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BBQ Chicken Jalapeno Popper Cupcakes

written by Ashley Fehr

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5 from 6 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 15 cupcakes

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Last updated on June 6, 2020

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Creamy, spicy Jalapeno Poppers loaded with bacon, chicken and barbecue sauce, stuffed into a crispy wonton cup!

jalalpeno popper wonton cups sitting on non stick muffin pan with whole jalapenos all around

Can you believe I’ve never made a jalapeno popper?

I’ve actually never even eaten a jalapeno popper.

I’m not one for really spicy food, I guess, and the thought of stuffing a  half a jalapeno in my mouth just never really seemed that pleasant. I generally don’t even cook with jalapenos. But I like cheese and I like BBQ Chicken (even if it’s BBQ Chicken Pizza on a Kebab)….

I can get a little crazy with the baking recipes in the fall and holiday season, so I wanted to create at least one or two appetizer recipes to bring in the New Year, just to make it up to you.

jalapeno popper wonton cupcakes in muffin pan on top of blue checked towel

I was scrolling through my list of new recipe ideas and made my husband choose between two. Much to my surprise, he chose the jalapeno popper cupcakes. To my knowledge, he’s never had one either.

So I did a little research, and found that most recipes included only cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapenos and bacon. Seemed easy enough.

For someone who likes cheese more as an accessory, it just seemed like a lot to fill up a wonton cup with cream cheese and cheddar cheese. I had some chicken in the fridge, so I threw it in.

And barbecue sauce. Because chicken and cheese and bacon and barbecue sauce. Do I need any other reason?

And, obviously, jalapenos. Because without jalapenos it’s not really a jalapeno popper cupcake.

stack of three jalapeno popper wonton cups on black plate topped with jalapeno slices

I was a little nervous biting into one, but they were totally delicious. I started with just one jalapeno for 16 cupcakes, and the spice was really mild. I added an extra jalapeno and there was a good amount of heat. You’re going to have to go by however much spice you like. The nice thing is because everything is cooked, you can taste it before you put it in the oven and judge how much you want in there.

*Recipe and photos updated Oct. 20, 2015

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BBQ Chicken Jalapeno Popper Cupcakes

written by Ashley Fehr

5 from 6 votes
BBQ Chicken Jalapeno Popper Cupcakes: the perfect easy, cheesey appetizer for your holiday entertaining! www.thereciperebel.com
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Cuisine American
Course Appetizer
Servings 15 cupcakes
Calories 229cal

Ingredients

  • 30 small wonton wrappers about 2.5-3″
  • 8 oz cream cheese 1 package
  • 1 1/2 cups + ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 3-4 slices bacon cooked and chopped
  • 1-2 jalapeno peppers chopped fine
  • 3/4 cup chicken cooked and chopped
  • Green onions

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add cheddar, barbecue sauce, bacon, jalapenos and chicken and beat until combined.
  • Spray a muffin pan with non-stick spray. Line 15 muffin cups with a single wonton wrapper, letting the edges hang out over the sides. Spoon about 1 tbsp of cream cheese mixture into wonton wrapper.
  • Top with a second wonton wrapper, turning it slightly so that the edges don’t overlap the first wonton wrapper (so you should have 8 wonton corners sticking out, giving you maximum crispy edges). Press down gently so that the filling in the bottom layer evens out.
  • Spoon with 1 tbsp more filling and spread gently across the top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool 5 minutes before removing from pan.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 229cal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 363mg | Potassium: 86mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 470IU | Vitamin C: 1.2mg | Calcium: 194mg | Iron: 0.8mg

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My name is Ashley Fehr and I love creating easy meals my family loves. I also like to do things my way, which means improvising and breaking the rules when necessary. Here you will find creative twists on old favorites and some of my favorite family recipes, passed down from generations!

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  2. nicolthepickle says

    These look so yummy.
    The chicken jalapeno combination sounds perfect.
    Where would I find Wonton wrappers? I’ve never used them for anything so far, and I don’t know where to look.

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    • Ashley says

      You can find them in the refrigerated section by the salads and such — at least thats where I find them in my grocery store. Hope that helps!

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  7. Nora @ Savory Nothings says

    Ooooh you should absolutely try a jalapeno popper Ashley! They are SO good! I’m already excited about eating them again once I stop breastfeeding my baby 🙂 And uhm, bacon and cheese? GIMME MORE! Love this delicious appetizer recipe – looks like I would them all by myself 🙂

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    • Ashley says

      Thanks Nora! I feel like they would be so spicy, I’m kind of a wuss! But it’s easy to control the spice in these so I really enjoyed them 🙂

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  8. Mary Frances says

    I’m one of those 99% and I personally want to comfort those who are in that 1% … with a plate of these because how could anyone not want these?! Appetizers are usually my favorite part of the meal and adding the wonton wrappers and chicken is genius. A little crunchy, a little protein, and I’ve got myself a new kind of dinner! 🙂 Great recipe Ashley; pinned and Merry Christmas!

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  9. Sarah@WholeandHeavenlyOven says

    I am definitely one of the 99%. Bring on the cheese and bacon ANYTIME and all the time. 😀 These little cups are just beyond cute and I love how much goodness they hold! I could definitely see myself demolishing a plateful in short order. Pinned!

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  13. Danielle says

    The more bacon and cheese the better! I love that you made these into little cupcakes, what a fun idea. I’ve been on the search for some fun appetizers for our New Year’s party. I’ll have to give these a try!

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    • Ashley says

      Thanks Danielle! I find it kind of hard to make an appetizer without cheese and bacon… Lol. Maybe I need to expand my horizons!

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  17. Christina @ Bake with Christina says

    Mmmm these look amazing!! I could totally go for a whole plate right now! Pinned! 🙂

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  18. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    I think we all went way overboard with the Christmas baking recipes!! 🙂 hey, it’s our job! 😛 and love that you are bringing us an appetizer recipe today!! Cheers to your husband for picking this one and making you make and eat a jalapeno popper!! These look delicious!!!

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