These shrimp jalapeño poppers are a fun twist on the classic jalapeno popper. This baked version is easy to make and as delicious as a fried version!
Ingredients
1poundmedium shrimp, peeled and cleaned
2tbspolive oil
1teaschili powder
½teasgarlic powder
½teasground cumin
¼teaskosher salt
¼teas black pepper
10jalapenos, halved and cleaned
8ozcream cheese, softened
4ozsharp cheddar cheese, grated
½cupbreadcrumbs, topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400˚F. Peel and clean shrimp and add them to bowl with olive oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
Cook the shrimp in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side until just cooked through. Then remove shrimp and roughly chop.
Add chopped shrimp to a bowl with cheeses.
Prepare peppers by slicing them in half through the stem and cutting out the seeds. Fill pepper cavity with cheese mixture. Stuff them full and sprinkle peppers with breadcrumbs.
Place the stuffed peppers on a baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
Let shrimp poppers cool slightly before serving, but serve warm.