Crispy Buffalo Chicken Jalapeno Poppers
Savory baked jalapeno halves stuffed with lean shredded chicken, creamy Greek yogurt, and tangy buffalo sauce. A high-protein, low-carb game day snack that satisfies cravings effortlessly.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
28 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Jessica + Lila
Jessica created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
28 min
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Equipment
Oven · Sheet pan · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in an air fryer or oven to regain crispness.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchmen…
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and…
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Slice each jalapeno pepper in half lengthwise
Slice each jalapeno pepper in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scrape out and discard the seeds and membranes.
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Combine the cooked shredded chicken breast
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken breast, plain Greek yogurt, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder until fully mixed.
Look for: fully mixed
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Fill each jalapeno half evenly with the…
Fill each jalapeno half evenly with the chicken and cheese mixture using a spoon.
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Place the stuffed jalapenos on the prepared…
Place the stuffed jalapenos on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
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Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until…
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until the jalapeno skins are tender-crisp and the cheese filling is bubbly and lightly browned on top.
Look for: the jalapeno skins are tender-crisp and the cheese filling is bubbly and lightly browned on top
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Remove from the oven and let cool…
Remove from the oven and let cool for 3 minutes before serving.
Allow: 3 minutes
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