Jalapeno Popper Casserole

In this jalapeño popper casserole, tender, juicy bites of chicken are slathered in a creamy, slightly spicy sauce with a crunchy topping of panko breadcrumbs and crispy bacon. Enjoy this casserole over rice for dinner or serve it with chips as a game-day appetizer.

Nutrition Information

162 Calories

12g Carbohydrates

14g Protein

784mg Potassium

6g Fiber

15g Sugar

Ingredients

4 center-cut bacon slices, chopped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 bunch scallions, sliced, white and light green parts separated from dark green parts
1 cup chopped jalapeño peppers, (about 4 large, seeds and ribs removed), plus 1 jalapeño, sliced
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup no-salt-added chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1 ¼ cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup whole-wheat panko breadcrumbs