Description
These Smoky Cheesy Jalapeño Chicken Rolls are a delightful combination of tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy, spicy mixture, wrapped in crispy bacon. Perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken Rolls:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded thin)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped pickled jalapeños
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
- Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Cheese Filling: In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, jalapeños, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Fill and Roll the Chicken: Lay the pounded chicken breasts flat, spread the cheese mixture evenly over each piece, roll tightly, and wrap with bacon slices.
- Sear and Bake: Sear the chicken rolls in olive oil, then bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Rest and Garnish: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro or parsley.
Notes
- For extra heat, add fresh jalapeño slices or crushed red pepper.
- Serve with rice, roasted veggies, or ranch dipping sauce.
- To reduce spiciness, adjust jalapeño amount.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken roll
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
