Description
Delightful poppers filled with tender chicken, zesty jalapeños, and rich cheddar cheese, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1/2 cup jalapeños, diced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Oil for frying
- 1 cup sour cream (for dip)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (for dip)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for dip)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, ranch seasoning, and diced jalapeños; mix well.
- Form the mixture into compact balls, about the size of a golf ball.
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one dish, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs in a third.
- Dredge each chicken ball in flour, dip in eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat; fry poppers for about 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
- For the dip, mix sour cream, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve the poppers hot with the creamy dip.
Notes
Prepare the chicken mixture a day in advance for optimal freshness. Use an air fryer or oven for healthier cooking options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popper
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg