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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Meatballs: A Fiery, Cheesy Delight

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Spicy Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Meatballs are bold, cheesy, and packed with flavor—featuring a cream cheese and cheddar center, fiery jalapeños, and a crispy panko coating. These skillet-fried meatballs are the perfect spicy appetizer or dinner option for heat lovers.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

  • Ground beef

  • Breadcrumbs

  • Garlic powder

  • Onion powder

  • Smoked paprika

  • Salt & black pepper

For the Filling:

  • Cream cheese, softened

  • Shredded cheddar cheese

  • Fresh or pickled jalapeños, chopped

For the Coating & Cooking:

  • Panko breadcrumbs

  • Olive oil (for frying)

Instructions

  • Make the Filling:
    In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, and chopped jalapeños. Set aside.

  • Prepare the Meatball Base:
    In a larger bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  • Stuff the Meatballs:
    Flatten a scoop of the beef mixture in your palm. Place a spoonful of the cheese-jalapeño mixture in the center. Wrap and seal to form a stuffed meatball.

  • Coat in Panko:
    Roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs until evenly coated.

  • Cook:
    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry meatballs for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through.

  • Serve:
    Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot with your favorite dip.

Notes

  • Chill meatballs before cooking to help filling stay sealed.

  • Use gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.

  • For less heat, remove jalapeño seeds and ribs or use pickled slices.

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