🌶️ Jalapeño Popper Casserole

A creamy, cheesy, slightly spicy casserole inspired by classic jalapeño poppers — but easier, heartier, and perfect for weeknights!

🛒 Ingredients

For the Casserole

• 6 slices thick-cut bacon

• 4 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (or 3 cups rotisserie chicken)

• 1 cup sour cream

• 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella

• 4–5 fresh jalapeños, seeded and diced (leave some seeds if you want it spicier)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

For the Topping

• 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or panko breadcrumbs

• 2 tbsp melted butter

• ½ cup cheddar cheese (extra)

• 2 tbsp sliced jalapeños (optional, for decoration)

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