Baked Panko Encrusted JalapeÑo Poppers Recipes

EXTRA CRISPY JALAPENO POPPERS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400F
• Trim the top third of the jalapenos lengthwise, leaving the stem intact
• Reserve the tops
• Using a demitasse spoon or other small tool, scoop out the seeds and the ribs from all the peppers, making 12 "boats
• " Chop all of the trimmed pepper tops and reserve
• In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, grated onion, garlic, salt, pepper, shredded cheeses, cilantro and cumin
• Add in finely chopped jalapenos to your taste -- I usually use about half of the total amount, reserving remaining jalapeno for other recipes
• In a small dish, combine panko with Parmigiano-Reggiano
• Fill your jalapeno boats mounding the filling up a bit
• Roll the filling in the panko
• Arrange the poppers on a baking dish, spray lightly with cooking spray and bake until breadcrumbs are evenly brown and filling is bubbly, about 18-20 minutes
• Let stand 10 minutes and serve

BAKED PANKO-CRUSTED CHICKEN TENDERS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Combine Greek yogurt, red peppers, balsamic vinegar, basil, salt, pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder in a mini food processor. Blend until smooth and refrigerate dipping sauce until ready to use.
• In a small bowl combine 1/4 teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle over chicken tenders and toss to coat evenly. Set aside.
• Toast panko crumbs in a skillet over medium-high heat until a golden brown color, 4 to 5 minutes. Place panko into a shallow dish. Crack egg into a separate shallow dish. Dip chicken tenders first into egg, letting excess drip off, then coat with panko. Place tenders on the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, turning over halfway through, 12 to 15 minutes total. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Serve with the dipping sauce.

BAKED JALAPENO POPPERS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
• Fill each jalapeno pepper half with cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and bread crumbs, respectively, and arrange peppers on the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake in the preheated oven until jalapenos are tender and cheese melts, about 20 minutes.

BAKED PANKO-ENCRUSTED JALAPEÑO POPPERS

Steps:

• 1. Preheat oven to 350ºF and coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray. 2. In a large bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, grated cheddar, mayonnaise, and scallions until well combined. 3. Halve jalapenos lengthwise and remove ribs and seeds. Using a small spoon, fill jalapeno halves with cream cheese mixture. 4. Set up the breading station: Crack eggs in a bowl (preferably a shallow one) and stir to blend yolks and whites. Place Panko bread crumbs in a separate shallow dish. 5. Dip stuffed jalapeno halves into eggs,allowing excess liquid to drip off to avoid sogginess. Dip and roll around in panko until evenly coated. 6. Place breaded jalapenos on prepared baking sheet and coat with cooking spray. 7. Bake until filling is bubbly and tops are browned (broil at the end if necessary). This should take 25-30 minutes total.

BAKED JALAPENO POPPERS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a baking sheet and set aside.
• In a bowl, cream together the cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cumin, and cayenne.
• In a small bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, and 2 teaspoons of the Essence. In a shallow dish, combine the panko crumbs and remaining 4 teaspoons of Essence. In a third dish, combine the flour and remaining 2 teaspoons of Essence. Spread 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture into the middle of each jalapeno half. One at a time, dredge in the flour, dip into the egg mixture, then dredge in the panko crumbs, pressing to coat. If necessary, repeat the process. Place the coated peppers, cut side up, on the prepared baking sheet and bake until the filling is runny and the crust is golden, about 30 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and serve immediately with cold beer.
• Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
• Recipe from "New New Orleans Cooking", by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.