Jalapeño Popper Casserole: Indulgent Comfort with Turkey Bacon
A deliciously indulgent casserole combining the flavors of jalapeño poppers with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound turkey bacon
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup jalapeños, sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pan, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then crumble.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, and spices.
- Stir in the crumbled turkey bacon.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add more jalapeños or some diced chipotle peppers.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Jalapeño Popper Casserole, Turkey Bacon, Comfort Food