Cheesy Rice Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

Jalapeno peppers are named after the Mexican town of Xalapa, where they were traditionally cultivated.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Cheesy Rice Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Anytime, Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 piece Jalapeno peppers
• 1 cup Cooked rice
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 4 oz Cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• ¹⁄₂ cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 spray Cooking spray

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the jalapeno peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
4. Spoon the rice mixture into the jalapeno pepper halves.
5. In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt.
6. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
7. Roll each stuffed jalapeno pepper in the breadcrumbs to coat.
8. Place the coated jalapeno peppers on the baking sheet.
9. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
10. Allow the jalapeno poppers to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
11. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.