Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers Recipe

These cheesy and crispy Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers are filled with cream cheese and topped with crispy breadcrumbs. 

Cook these up in the air fryer in just 8 minutes for a super easy game-day snack, along with my Crispy Baked Chicken Wings and 7 Layer Dip!

I love, love, LOVE these cheesy, creamy bites of deliciousness.

Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers Recipe

This recipe comes together super quickly with just a handful of basic ingredients. They cook up nice and crisp on the top thanks to the buttery panko breadcrumbs.

Ingredients for Jalapeño Poppers:

Here’s a basic list of the ingredients you’ll need in order to make this quick appetizer. As always, you can find the full list of ingredients in the recipe card below.

• Whole Jalapeños 
• Cream Cheese
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• Salt & Pepper
• Garlic Powder
• Green Onions
• Panko Breadcrumbs – you can find this in the Asian aisle of the grocery store.
• Butter

How To Make Jalapeño Poppers in Air Fryer

This easy appetizer recipe comes together real quick, perfect for game day!

• Start by cutting the jalapeños in half, lengthwise, and use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and membranes.
• Use a sturdy spoon to mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions and spices together in a small bowl and then scoop the cream cheese filling into the center of each hallowed out jalapeño.
• Combine the panko breadcrumbs and melted butter together, then dip the cheese-stuffed peppers into the crumbs to coat.
• Cook in the air fryer for just 5 to 8 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.

PRO TIP: Wear plastic gloves when cutting the jalapenos and removing the seeds, and avoid touching your eyes.

How To Make Jalapeño Poppers Ahead of Time

You don’t want to spend the whole game-night in the kitchen and miss all the action, so making these ahead of time is actually super easy to do!

1. Prepare the filling
2. Stuff the peppers and coat with crumbs
3. Wrap with plastic wrap and place in the fridge (up to 4 days) or freezer (up to 3 months) until you’re ready to cook!

If cooking from frozen, you will need to cook a little longer, until the tops are golden brown and the filling is nice and bubbly!

Can I Add Bacon?

Bacon Jalapeño Poppers are just as irresistible as the original.

I would add cooked, crisp bacon to the cream cheese filling before stuffing each pepper for a little bit of bacon in each bite.

Recipe Video Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

So easy!

Jalapeño Poppers in Oven

Don’t have an air fryer yet? No worries! These can easily be cooked in the oven as well!

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with foil and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until crisp on top!

More Jalapeño Recipes To Try

Love the kick of jalapeños and want to try something more? Here are a few of my favorite recipes…

• Cheesy Jalapeño Cheese Beer Bread
• Jalapeño Popper Deviled Eggs
• Cheesy Spinach Jalapeno Crescent Ring
• Jalapeño Ranch Chicken Sandwich

Easy Game-Day Recipes To Make

Here are a few, home-run recipes that always bring smiles to faces, and are perfect for game day!

• Easy Bruschetta
• Crispy Baked Chicken Wings
• Easy 7 Layer Dip
• Bacon Cheese Dip Party Ring
• The Best Guacamole

You’re going to LOVE these EASY Jalapeño Poppers!

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