The best grilled jalapeno popper recipe is only 3 ingredients. Bacon-wrapped with artichoke dip for a salty, crispy, creamy & spicy appetizer. In just 30 minutes is ready. The keto & low-carb snack or finger food is great for summer BBQ cookouts, parties, Super Bowl game day, or camping.
grill any works - charcoal, gas, propane, campfire, electric, pellet, etc
Ingredients
6jalapeno peppers
8ouncesartichoke jalapeno dipLa Terra Fina, Trader Joe's etc
12slicesbaconregular cut - NOT thick cut
Prevent your screen from going dark
Instructions
Preheat the grill so it is ready at 375°F when cooking begins.
Wash & dry the peppers. Cut the stem off each Jalapeño and cut in half lengthwise. Using a small spoon, scrape out seeds & membranes for a milder taste. * Leave them in for extra spicy flavor!
Next fill each half with the dip. About 1 tablespoon each half. Do not overfill and pile it higher than the pepper edges or it will bubble over when cooking.
Wrap a slice of bacon around each one. Be sure to cover all of the dip so it doesn't leak out while cooking.*Secure each with a toothpick if needed to hold the bacon in place.
Once grill reaches 375°F, place the poppers on the grates with the filling side down.
Cook for 10 minutes with the lid closed. Flip them over with a pair of tong to continue cooking another 10-15 minutes.Keep the lid closed. They are done when the bacon is at your desired crispiness level.
Using tongs, carefully remove them from the grill and place on a plate with the dip side up.
Let them cool for 3 minutes before eating so the filling will set & they aren't too hot for eating.Enjoy while warm & crunchy.
Notes
Store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.They can also be frozen for up to a month. No need to defrost - straight from the freezer to the grill - may take 5-10 minutes longer to cook from frozen. A great make-ahead recipe.The best way to reheat bacon-wrapped jalapenos is in the oven or air fryer. Warm them in a 400°F oven for 3-5 minutes on each side. In the air fryer set it to 380° and cook for 3 minutes, flipping halfway through.