Smoked Jalapeño Popper Chicken Bombs

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 jalapeños, halved and deseeded
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 slices of bacon
  • BBQ sauce for glazing

Directions:

  1. Preheat your smoker to 275°F (135°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing it horizontally, but not all the way through, to create a pocket.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the cream cheese mixture and 2 jalapeño halves.
  5. Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, securing them with toothpicks.
  6. Place the chicken bombs on the smoker rack and smoke for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. During the last 15 minutes of smoking, brush the chicken bombs with BBQ sauce for added flavor.
  8. Once cooked, remove the chicken bombs from the smoker and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Additional details:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 1.5-2 hours
Total Time: 2-2.5 hours
Calories: 450 per serving
Servings: 4

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