Jalapenos Recipes

Kick your cooking up a notch with these creative recipes with jalapenos. The things to do with jalapenos are practically limitless: Fry them, pickle them, but—no matter what—you’ll enjoy them.

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    Tyler Smith’s Jalapeno Poppers

    Do you want an appetizer that gets the party popping? Kick it up a notch with these backyard barbecue-style jalapeno poppers. Filled with flavor from pimiento cheese and bacon seasoned with barbecue sauce, this easy recipe for sure will get the crowd ready for a good time. —Tyler Smith, Virginia Beach, Virginia

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    Copycat Uno Rattlesnake Pasta

    Fans of Uno Pizzeria and Grill rejoice! This copycat Uno rattlesnake pasta recipe perfectly replicates the cheesy, creamy and spicy...


    Cowboy Colada

    Things are about to get real Western and also ... tropical? This cowboy colada recipe uses jalapeno-infused whiskey in a...


    Kenai Dip

    Cheesy, spicy and a little smoky, Kenai dip is Alaska’s best-kept culinary secret.


    Deep South Jalapeño Cheese Grits

    Grits are a true Deep South staple that warms the soul. I've made these spicy, cheesy baked grits for family,...

    Jalapeno Popper Dip

    Here's a fantastic way to deliver all that blazing jalapeno popper taste without the work. Whenever I bring this jalapeno...


    Green Enchilada Sauce

    This easy green enchilada sauce is packed full of tangy and spicy flavors. Use it for enchiladas, of course, but...

    Spicy Veggie & Lentil Soup

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    I enjoy this recipe because it’s meatless, inexpensive and simply delicious! You can substitute any vegetables you like—it’s all a...


    Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Jalapenos

    Sunday is grill-out day for my husband, Cliff, and these bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers are one of his specialties. We usually...


    Spicy Chunky Salsa

    Vinegar adds a refreshing tang to this sweet tomato salsa. It's wonderful as is, but for more heat, leave in...


    Jalapeno Pepper Jelly

    My family relishes this jelly served with meat or spread on crackers with cream cheese. It's in hot demand as...

    Jalapeno Chicken Enchiladas

    These creamy enchiladas are likely to be as popular at your house as they are at mine. I have many...


    Pork Chile Verde

    Pork slowly stews with jalapenos, onion, green enchilada sauce and spices in this flavor-packed Mexican dish. It's wonderful on its...


    Molcajete Salsa

    Most salsas taste great, but molcajete salsa—ground by hand using a traditional Mexican mortar and pestle made from volcanic stone—may...


    Cream of Jalapeno Soup

    Here's a twist on your typical creamed veggie soup: Combine jalapeno peppers with rich cream,  bright lime juice and fresh...


    Salsa Borracha

    This salsa borracha recipe is one you'll come back to again and again, both because it's delicious and because it's...

    Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

    Jalapeno mac and cheese is a spicy riff on the classic comfort dish; it combines spicy peppers with...


    Jalapeno Salsa

    This easy jalapeno salsa brings fresh, bold flavors to any meal. It’s great as a dip or a topping for...


    Baked Chorizo Corn Dip

    This spicy chorizo corn dip recipe is a family favorite! It's a fresh side for any dinner, holiday party or...


    Texas Twinkies

    If you're a fan of jalapeno poppers, you're going to have to try these brisket-filled Texas Twinkies.


    Copycat Chipotle Honey Vinaigrette

    Learn how to make a spot-on copycat version of Chipotle's honey vinaigrette in two unbelievably simple steps.


    Frittata Goes to Mexico

    I love that I can multitask while I'm air-frying. These individual Mexico-inspired mini frittatas are fast, easy and loaded with...


    Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken Breasts

    My husband is not crazy about chicken, but one of his favorite snacks is jalapeno poppers. So I created this...


    Jalapeno Sloppy Joes

    My husband loves jalapenos—and I just love any and all heat. This savory meal with some spice is a perfect...


    Pickled Jalapeno Rings

    I started canning Hungarian hot and mild peppers with my dad every year, but they are hard to find in...

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    Fiesta Corn

    Corn with tomatoes and jalapenos is one of the first dishes I cooked for my husband. Don’t like heat? Use...


    Pressure-Cooker Jalapeno Popper Chicken Chili

    A quick and comforting chili that tastes like liquid jalapeno poppers! You cant have just one bowl! —Natasha Galbreath, Spanaway,...


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    Cheddar Jalapeno Chicken Burgers with Guacamole

    My husband and I are down for anything with guacamole, so it's no wonder that we love these smoking-hot burgers!...


    Cajun Crab Poppers

    My brother moved to New Orleans, and I love visiting him and his family whenever I can. These easy jalapeno...



    Instant Pot Chili con Carne

    Although multicookers can’t replace every tool in the kitchen, they sure are coming close. Chili con carne is one of...