Name: Jalapeño Popper Chicken Crunch Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 12 soft flour tortillas, 4 inches each, the base for your crispy cups; 350 g cooked shredded chicken, rotisserie chicken works perfectly for convenience; 170 g cream cheese, softened to room temperature for easy mixing; 150 g pepper jack cheese, shredded for that signature spicy kick; 6 bacon slices, cooked crisp and crumbled for smoky flavor; 3 medium jalapeños, 2 seeded and finely diced plus 1 cut into 12 garnish rings; 60 g sour cream, adds creamy tang to the filling; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons oil, for brushing tortillas and greasing the tin

Description

These golden, crispy tortilla cups are filled with creamy jalapeño popper filling featuring shredded chicken, pepper jack cheese, bacon, and fresh jalapeños for the ultimate spicy appetizer. Perfect for game day gatherings, parties, or any occasion where you need impressive finger food that comes together in under an hour.

Ingredients

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12 soft flour tortillas, 4 inches each, the base for your crispy cups
350 g cooked shredded chicken, rotisserie chicken works perfectly for convenience
170 g cream cheese, softened to room temperature for easy mixing
150 g pepper jack cheese, shredded for that signature spicy kick
6 bacon slices, cooked crisp and crumbled for smoky flavor
3 medium jalapeños, 2 seeded and finely diced plus 1 cut into 12 garnish rings
60 g sour cream, adds creamy tang to the filling
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons oil, for brushing tortillas and greasing the tin

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Instructions

Make the Filling
1. Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well incorporated, about 2 minutes.
2. Add Chicken and Bacon: Fold in the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, and the 2 diced jalapeños until evenly distributed throughout the filling.
3. Taste and Adjust: Sample the filling and add more salt, pepper, or jalapeños if you prefer extra heat or seasoning.
Shape and Prepare the Cups
1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with the 2 teaspoons of oil.
2. Brush the Tortillas: Lightly brush each 4-inch flour tortilla on both sides with the remaining oil from your greasing brush.
3. Shape into Cups: Press each tortilla gently into a muffin cup, allowing the edges to extend slightly above the rim to create a crispy border.
Assemble and Bake
1. Fill the Cups: Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the jalapeño popper filling into each tortilla cup, pressing gently so it settles at the bottom.
2. Bake Until Golden: Place the muffin tin in your preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the tortilla edges are crispy and golden brown and the filling is hot throughout.
3. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and carefully pop each cup from the tin using a fork or small spatula, then top each cup with a jalapeño ring for a fresh, spicy garnish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes