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Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole

Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole: Comfort Food Bliss

Experience the delightful Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole with creamy goodness, crispy bacon, and tender chicken for a perfect family dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Chicken, boneless/skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound Bacon, cooked and crumbled or use turkey bacon for a leaner choice
  • 16 ounces Rotini Pasta or any short pasta you like
  • 2 packages (8 oz) Cream Cheese, softened or replace with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Sour Cream plain yogurt can be a substitute
  • 1 cup Milk almond milk is a great non-dairy option
  • 2 cups Mexican Cheddar Jack Shredded Cheese, divided pepper jack for extra spice
  • 6 Jalapeno Peppers, deseeded and diced use banana peppers for a milder taste
  • 6 Green Onions, thinly sliced chives make a good alternative

Equipment

  • casserole dish
  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease the casserole dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
  3. Cook rotini pasta in salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  4. In a skillet, cook chicken and bacon together for 10-12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and bacon is crispy. Drain excess fat.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and milk until smooth, then stir in shredded cheese, jalapenos, and green onions.
  6. Layer cooked rotini, then chicken and bacon mixture in the greased casserole dish, pressing down slightly.
  7. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the layered pasta and chicken, gently stirring for even distribution.
  8. Sprinkle remaining cheese, crumbled bacon, jalapenos, and reserved green onions on top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be frozen without baking for up to 3 months. Reheat portions as needed.

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