Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup jalapeños, diced (fresh or pickled)
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 package of ready-to-bake burger buns (8 count)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Boil chicken breasts in water seasoned with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Shred with two forks.
- Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and optional hot sauce until blended.
- Prepare the buns: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Hollow out the tops of each burger bun.
- Assemble: Spoon the cheesy filling into each bun and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake: Brush melted butter over the buns and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before garnishing with cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg