Frank’s RedHot® Tuna Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers Recipe
These Frank’s RedHot® Tuna Stuffed Jalapeno Poppers offer a spicy and satisfying appetizer with a creamy tuna filling, baked to golden perfection and topped with a crispy breadcrumb and cheese crust. Perfect for gatherings or a flavorful snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 stuffed jalapeño halves 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Jalapenos
- 6 medium to large jalapeños
Tuna Filling
- 2 (2.5 oz) packets Chicken of the Sea® Frank’s RedHot® Wild Caught Light Tuna
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese (light or low fat)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Topping
- 3 Tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 1 Tablespoon melted butter
- 1/4 cup grated low fat cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, etc.)
- 2 Tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Jalapeños: Cut each jalapeño in half lengthwise and carefully remove all seeds and white ribs to reduce heat and create cavities for the filling. Set them aside.
- Make Tuna Filling: In a bowl, combine the packets of Frank’s RedHot® Wild Caught Light Tuna with softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and salt. Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Stuff Jalapeños: Spoon the tuna mixture into each jalapeño half, ensuring they are well filled but not overflowing.
- Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs with melted butter until combined. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the stuffed jalapeños, then add a light layer of your choice of grated low fat cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the stuffed jalapeños on the prepared baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 18-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
- Optional Broil: For an extra crispy and browned topping, broil the jalapeños at 475°F for 30 seconds to 1 minute, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped parsley on top, and serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of garlic powder and salt to taste.
- Removing jalapeño seeds lessens heat if preferred milder poppers.
- Using light or low-fat cream cheese and cheese keeps the recipe lighter.
- Watch carefully during broiling to prevent burning the toppings.
- These poppers make a great party appetizer or snack.
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