Add some excitement to your appetizer game with our mouthwatering Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers recipe, featuring spicy jalapeños, creamy cheese, and crispy bacon. Perfect for parties or game day, these flavor-packed bites are sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.
Slice the jalapenos in half and remove the seeds and as much of the inner pith as possible. Set aside.
Cook the Chorizo
Brown the chorizo in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through. Drain on a paper towel. Let cool.
Prep cheesy filling and stuff
In a bowl combine the cream cheese with the chorizo and cheddar.
With a tablespoon, scoop cream cheese filling into each jalapeno half (use your thumb to press the cream cheese mixture in place if needed).
Wrap in bacon
On a clean work surface, arrange 12 slices of bacon and slice in half at the middle.
Starting at the bottom of each filling stuffed pepper, wrap each in bacon and arrange on an oven-safe wire rack, filling side up to prevent spilling.
Smoke the Jalapeno Poppers
Preheat your smoker to 335 degrees.
Place the jalapeno poppers over the grill grates, lining with foil if your heat isn't offset.
Smoke for about 45 minutes to 1 hour until the bacon is crisp.
Allow to cool 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can store the peppers in the fridge for up to 4 hours until ready to cook.If cooking in an oven: When ready to cook, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the wire rack on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bacon is cooked and crispy.