Description
Everything you love about jalapeno poppers wrapped up in a crispy puff pastry pinwheel! These Baked Jalapeno Popper Pinwheels are filled with a creamy cheese mixture, bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese – the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion!
Ingredients
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1 sheet puff pastry (thawed according to package instructions)
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4 ounces (1/2 block) cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
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1/3 cup diced pickled jalapeños
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon seasoned salt
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1 teaspoon poultry seasoning (optional)
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1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
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1 cup shredded or diced cooked chicken
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided use)
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1/3 cup cooked, chopped bacon
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Pickled jalapeno slices (for topping, optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Prepare puff pastry: Unroll 1 sheet of puff pastry on a flat surface. Ensure seams are pinched closed. Set aside.
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Make the filling: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cream cheese, diced pickled jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, poultry seasoning (if using), and chili powder (if using). Mix until smooth.
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Add chicken and cheese: Mix in the shredded cooked chicken and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Continue mixing until the filling is smooth.
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Spread the filling: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry sheet, leaving a ½-inch border on the sides.
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Add bacon: Sprinkle the cooked, chopped bacon evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
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Roll and chill: Roll the pastry sheet into a log, lengthwise. Optionally, place the log in the freezer for about 10 minutes to firm up, making it easier to slice.
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Cut and top: Using a serrated knife, cut the log into 12 even pieces. Place the pinwheels on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle each piece with the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese and top with pickled jalapeno slices (optional).
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Bake: Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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You can swap the cooked chicken for turkey or leave it out for a vegetarian version.
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If you want extra heat, add more jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper.
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For an extra crispy edge, brush the pinwheels with a little melted butter before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg