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BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
45 min
TOTAL TIME
60 min
SERVINGS
12 servings
BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers
Ingredients
  • 12 medium jalapeño peppers
  • 12 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 pounds cooked chopped brisket
  • 12 slices thick-cut bacon
  • kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 (12 ounce) bottle BBQ sauce
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to a medium-high temperature of 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
2
Slice jalapeños into thin strips, cutting them in a diagonal direction to create the shape of a "T". Make a horizontal incision along the length of each jalapeño, cutting only halfway through the pepper. Use a spoon to carefully remove and discard the seeds and membranes.
3
Arrange the jalapeños on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4
Bake the jalapeños in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
5
After baking, submerge the jalapeños in a bowl of cold water to help release any remaining oils from the seeds. Remove them from the water and gently pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
6
Increase your oven temperature to a higher medium-high heat of 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
7
Fill each jalapeño with a small amount of cream cheese, followed by about 2 ounces of brisket. Wrap each pepper with a slice of bacon to create a compact package.
8
Arrange the stuffed jalapeños on a baking sheet in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Bake the stuffed jalapeños in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove them from the oven and brush the tops with a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. Return the jalapeños to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, allowing them to caramelize and develop a rich flavor.