Crispy Bacon Jalapeño Poppers with Arugula
Cream cheese–stuffed jalapeños wrapped in bacon, air-fried until the bacon crisps in 12 minutes. Served with a peppery arugula salad dressed in lemon and olive oil.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 20g
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Ingredients
- 8 whole jalapeño peppers
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sharp cheddar, shredded
- 8 whole bacon strips
- 2 cups arugula
- ½ whole lemon
Instructions
- 1
Halve jalapeños lengthwise and scrape out seeds with a small spoon.
- 2
Mix softened cream cheese and cheddar in a small bowl until smooth.
- 3
Spoon cheese mixture into each jalapeño half, filling generously.
- 4
Wrap one bacon strip around each popper; place seam-side down in the air fryer.
- 5
Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes until bacon is crispy and edges char slightly.
- 6
Dress arugula with a squeeze of lemon and drizzle of olive oil; serve alongside poppers.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer
- small spoon
- small mixing bowl
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