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Jalapeno Popper Cheesy Potatoes

Extra cheesy, creamy, and flavorful with an extra kick of heat, this jalapeno popper cheesy potatoes recipe is the ultimate comfort food that everyone will love! If you are looking for a great side dish for potlucks, parties, and family gatherings, you should definitely give this casserole recipe a try.

This jalapeno popper cheesy potatoes casserole is loaded with bacon, potatoes, cheese, and jalapenos. Who could say no to this yummy side dish? Aside from being a real crowd pleaser, you can also whip up this recipe in just a few minutes. 

This side dish is ready to serve in just about half an hour and only calls for a handful of easy to find ingredients. Don’t miss out, try this jalapeno popper cheesy potatoes recipe today!

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What is a Jalapeno Popper?

Classic jalapeno poppers are made of deseeded and fried jalapeno chili peppers with cream cheese and bacon fillings. This makes a creamy, flavorful, and spicy dish that everyone loves. 

Jalapeno poppers are usually served as appetizers and snacks. But today, we will level up this recipe by turning it into a yummy casserole dish.

By adding potatoes, cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, and panko bread crumbs to the classic jalapeno poppers recipe, you will be able to make this jalapeno popper cheesy potatoes casserole and enjoy it even more as a side dish.

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How do you reheat jalapeno popper cheesy potato casserole?

Jalapeno popper cheesy potatoes casserole is perfect for meal prep. You can freeze or refrigerate this recipe prior to or after baking it. This dish can last up to three months in the freezer and a day or two in the fridge. 

To properly freeze or refrigerate the casserole, seal it tightly with plastic wrap first, and then aluminum foil. However, also take note that when freezing or refrigerating cooked casserole or leftovers, you have to let them cool to room temperature first before placing them in the refrigerator or freezer. 

To reheat the frozen casserole dish, thaw it first in the refrigerator. If you’re reheating leftovers or a cooked casserole, bake it for about 15 minutes at 300F. Take note that you can also adjust the timing based on the amount of leftovers. As for the uncooked casserole, just bake it according to the recipe. 

Jalapeno Popper Cheesy Potatoes

Ingredients and Kitchen Supplies

This casserole dish is so easy to make, the only kitchen essentials that you have to have are mixing bowls, a spatula, and a 9 x13 baking dish. However, for the baking dish, make sure to choose a freezer to oven dish for convenient baking and freezing. 

As for the ingredients, you can use frozen diced potatoes. This is a time-saver! Aside from using frozen diced potatoes, you will also need fresh jalapenos, salt, pepper, paprika, evaporated milk, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, butter, panko bread crumbs, and a nonstick spray.

You can find the full quantity of each ingredient on the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. So make sure to check that out.

Jalapeno Popper Cheesy Potatoes Recipe

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and prepare a 9×13 baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.

In a large bowl, combine the frozen potatoes, diced jalapeno, salt, pepper, paprika, evaporated milk, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and pepper jack cheese.

Spread the potato mixture in the casserole dish and top with chopped bacon.

Combine the melted butter and bread crumbs and sprinkle over the top of the casserole.

Combine the melted butter and bread crumbs and sprinkle over the top of the casserole.

Top with sliced jalapenos.

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the bread crumbs are toasted and the sauce is bubbling. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Looking for more recipes to try?

Need more casserole ideas? This amazing roundup of easy casserole recipes is worth checking out if you need more meal plan ideas. 

If you love dishes with a bit of spice, these delicious jalapeno recipes are for you. From appetizers to more exciting side dishes, these jalapeno dishes are sure to satisfy your cravings. Do not hesitate to check them out and give them a try!

Yield: 6 servings

Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Potatoes

Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Potatoes

The best side dish with a bit of spice!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 32-ounce package frozen diced potatoes with peppers and
  • onions
  • 2 fresh jalapenos, one diced and one sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 12-ounce can evaporated milk
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 3 strips bacon, cooked and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • ½ cup panko bread crumbs

Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and prepare a 9x13 baking dish by spraying with nonstick cooking spray.
    2. In a large bowl, combine the frozen potatoes, diced jalapeno, salt, pepper, paprika, evaporated milk, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and pepper jack cheese.
    3. Spread the potato mixture in the casserole dish and top with chopped bacon.
    4. Combine the melted butter and bread crumbs and sprinkle over the top of the casserole.
    5. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the bread crumbs are toasted and the sauce is bubbling. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 537Total Fat 28gSaturated Fat 16gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 10gCholesterol 85mgSodium 918mgCarbohydrates 50gFiber 4gSugar 11gProtein 22g

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