Jalapeño Chicken (Print Version)
Ingredients:
01 -
10 thin boneless skinless chicken breasts.
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1 pound hot Italian sausage.
03 -
6 ounces cream cheese.
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1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese.
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⅓ cup sliced green onions.
06 -
10 jalapeños.
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36 ounces bacon (3 packs).
08 -
2 tablespoons Slap Ya Mama Seasoning.
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1 tablespoon black pepper.
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BBQ sauce for brushing.
Instructions:
01 -
Preheat your smoker to 250°F to infuse a rich smoky flavor into the chicken bombs.
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In a bowl, mix the hot Italian sausage, cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions. This will be the stuffing for the jalapeños.
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Prepare the jalapeños by cutting off the ends, slicing them lengthwise, and removing the seeds to adjust the heat.
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Fill each jalapeño half with the sausage and cheese mixture.
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Lay the thin chicken breasts on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Season them with Slap Ya Mama Seasoning and black pepper.
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Place a stuffed jalapeño on each chicken breast and roll them up.
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Wrap each chicken roll with bacon strips, securing with toothpicks.
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Place the chicken bombs on the smoker's grill grates and smoke for about 4 hours, turning them halfway through for even cooking.
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Brush the chicken bombs with BBQ sauce during the last 20-30 minutes of smoking to add a sweet and tangy glaze.
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Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F before serving.