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Air-Fryer Pepper Poppers

5 | 3 Reviews
Total Time:Prep: 20 min. Cook: 15 min./batch

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Lisa Byington, Johnson City, New York

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Taste of Home's Editorial Process

Updated on Apr. 24, 2022

These creamy stuffed jalapenos have some bite. They may be the most popular treats I make! My husband is always hinting that I should make a batch. —Lisa Byington, Johnson City, New York


Test Kitchen tip
  • In our testing, we have found cook times vary dramatically between brands of air fryers. As a result, we have given wider than normal ranges on suggested cook times. Begin checking at the first time listed and adjust as needed.
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    Air-Fryer Pepper Poppers

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    Yield:about 2 dozen
    Prep:20 min
    Cook:15 min
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    Ingredients

    • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
    • 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
    • 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 pound fresh jalapenos, halved lengthwise and seeded
    • 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
    • Optional: Sour cream, French onion dip and ranch salad dressing
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    Directions

    1. Preheat air fryer to 325°. In a large bowl, combine the cheeses, bacon and seasonings; mix well. Spoon 1-1/2 to 2 tablespoons into each pepper half. Roll in bread crumbs.
    2. Spritz fryer basket with cooking spray. Working in batches if needed, place poppers in a single layer in basket. Cook until cheese is melted and heated through, 15-20 minutes. If desired, serve with sour cream, dip or dressing.

    Nutrition Facts

    1 stuffed pepper half: 81 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 145mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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