Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chicken Sandwiches
Slow Cooker Jalapeño Popper Chicken Sandwiches are a mouthwatering delight that combine tender chicken, spicy jalapeños, and creamy cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience. Ideal for game nights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make dish promises to impress your guests with its bold flavors. Each bite delivers a perfect balance of savory and spicy goodness, making it a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 fresh jalapeños, diced (adjust for spice preference)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp ranch dressing mix
- Sandwich buns (for serving)
Instructions
- Wash and dice jalapeños; cube chicken into chunks.
- In a slow cooker, combine cubed chicken, jalapeños, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chicken broth, and garlic powder.
- Sprinkle ranch dressing mix on top; stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks; mix well until creamy.
- Serve on buns with additional toppings like lettuce or avocado if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker.- Customize with turkey instead of chicken or use pepper jack cheese for more heat.- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.