Kickstart your taste buds with these spicy and savory crawfish stuffed jalapenos. These delicious appetizers are perfect for parties or as a snack. The combination of tender crawfish, creamy cheese, and spicy jalapenos creates a mouthwatering flavor that will leave you wanting more. Plus, they are easy to make and require just a few ingredients!
Ingredients
- 12 jalapenos
- 1 pound crawfish tails
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Breadcrumbs, for coating
- Cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the jalapenos in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and ribs. Place them on a baking sheet and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crawfish tails, cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Spoon the crawfish mixture into each jalapeno half, filling them generously. Press the filling gently to ensure it stays in place.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs over the stuffed jalapenos, coating them evenly.
- Lightly grease the baking sheet with cooking spray, then place the stuffed jalapenos on the sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the jalapenos are tender and the breadcrumbs turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!
