Jalapeno Popper Casserole
This delicious Jalapeno Popper Casserole combines flavors of jalapenos, cheese, and chicken in a creamy pasta bake that's loved by all.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Jalapeno peppers Chopped, adjust based on spice preference.
- 2 cups Cooked chicken Diced.
- 6 slices Bacon Cooked and crumbled.
- 2 cups Pasta Any preferred type.
- 1.5 cups Cheese Shredded, divided.
- 8 oz Cream cheese Softened.
Spices
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove it from the skillet and crumble it.
- In the same skillet, add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink in the center.
- Stir in the chopped jalapenos along with the cooked bacon. Add cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken mixture with the cooked pasta and half of the cheese. Mix evenly.
Baking
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top it with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve warm.
Notes
This casserole is great for family dinners and gatherings. Adjust the spice by removing jalapeno seeds if desired.