Smoked Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Chicken Breasts

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

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Smoked until tender, filled with a creamy blend of cheeses and diced jalapeños for a smoky, spicy appetizer or main dish. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 140 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 120 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 tbsp diced jalapeños (seeded)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 cups hickory, soaked in water for 30 minutes wood chips for smoking

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your smoker to 225°F and add 2 cups soaked hickory wood chips for smoke.
Step 2: Carefully slice a pocket horizontally into each of the 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, without cutting all the way through.
Step 3: In a bowl, mix 4 oz cream cheese, 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and 2 tbsp diced seeded jalapeños until well combined.
Step 4: Stuff each chicken breast pocket evenly with the cheese and jalapeño mixture.
Step 5: Season the outside of the chicken breasts with 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 6: Place the stuffed chicken breasts on the smoker grate and smoke for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is juicy and smoky.
Step 7: Remove from smoker and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.