Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of this Jalapeño Popper Chicken Skillet. Juicy chicken breasts are cooked to perfection with cream cheese, fresh jalapeños, and crispy bacon, all in one pan for an easy, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this dish offers a delightful blend of spice and creaminess that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 fresh jalapeños, chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add to the skillet and cook until golden brown (about 6-7 minutes per side).
- Sprinkle garlic powder and onion powder over the chicken during cooking.
- Once fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F), reduce heat to low and spread softened cream cheese over the chicken until melted.
- Stir in chopped jalapeños and bacon bits until well combined.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese; cover and let melt (about 3-5 minutes).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of skillet (approximately 295g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 130mg