Description
Spice up your menu with these Fiery Cajun Shrimp Stuffed Jalapeños! Loaded with a creamy shrimp filling, crispy bacon, and a Cajun kick, they’re the perfect appetizer for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large jalapeños, halved and seeds removed
- ½ lb cooked shrimp, finely chopped
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ¼ cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- Fresh chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the filling: Combine chopped shrimp, softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Cajun seasoning, and bacon in a bowl. Mix until smooth.
- Stuff the jalapeños: Fill each jalapeño half with the shrimp mixture, ensuring they are evenly packed. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chives, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a milder version, remove all seeds and membranes from the jalapeños.
- Make ahead by prepping the stuffed jalapeños and storing them in the fridge until ready to bake.
- Serve with a cooling dip like ranch or sour cream to balance the heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 jalapeño halves
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Stuffed jalapeños, shrimp appetizer, spicy starter, Cajun recipes