Description
Air Fryer Chorizo Goat Cheese Jalapeno Poppers are a must-try appetizer that combines the spicy zest of fresh jalapeños with creamy goat cheese and savory chorizo. Cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer, these poppers deliver a delightful crunch and an explosion of flavors, making them the ideal treat for any gathering or game day. Easy to whip up and bursting with taste, they are sure to impress your guests and elevate your snack game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 fresh jalapeños
- 8 oz chorizo sausage
- 4 oz goat cheese (softened)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Wash jalapeños and slice in half lengthwise. Remove seeds for less heat.
- In a skillet, cook chorizo over medium heat until browned and crumbly (about 5 minutes). Drain excess fat and let cool.
- In a bowl, mix softened goat cheese and cream cheese. Stir in cooked chorizo until well combined.
- Generously stuff each jalapeño half with the chorizo-cheese mixture.
- Combine panko breadcrumbs with olive oil in a separate bowl. Coat each stuffed jalapeño with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Arrange poppers in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for about 10 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 109
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 282mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg