Description
A delightful dance of sweet and spicy that awakens the senses and brings life to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup roasted corn kernels
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- ½ cup pineapple, finely chopped
- 12 jalapeños, halved and seeded
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup cotija cheese
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, pineapple, roasted corn, sour cream, cotija cheese, and garlic powder. Blend well.
- Halve and seed the jalapeños. Arrange them on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into each jalapeño half. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and bubbly. Sprinkle with cilantro before serving.
Notes
To avoid overly spicy bites, make sure to remove all seeds from jalapeños. Mix cotija cheese with some grated cheddar for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Protein: 12 g