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    In the Kitch » Recipe Round-Ups

    Updated: Mar 1, 2025 · Published: Oct 16, 2019 by Joss Dyckson · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Over 40 Hot and Spicy Jalapeño Recipes

    Image collage of jalapeno recipes.

    Craving something spicy to nibble or sip on? If you aren’t quite sure how to spice it up, this list of jalapeño recipes is sure to give you some inspiration! From jalapeño popper pinwheels to mango margaritas, I’ve got you covered when it comes to adding some heat to your eats!

    Green jalapeno chili peppers, sliced and whole. White background.

    I'm always craving something spicy, but needed a little more variety so I came up with this spicy jalapeño food and drink compilation. My favorite on this list are the grilled jalapeño poppers because not only are they spicy but they are smoky too from the magic of the outdoor grill.

    Jump to:
    • Appetizers
    • Side Dish Jalapeño Recipes
    • Jalapeño Popper Recipes
    • Main Dish Jalapeño Recipes
    • Cocktails
    • BBQ Sauces
    • Canned Jalapeño Recipes
    • More Jalapeño Recipes
    • Jalapeño FAQs
    • Final Thoughts on Jalapeño Recipes
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    Appetizers

    There are so many great ideas when it comes to jalapeño appetizer recipes. I have a mix of hot, melty, cheesy, comfort food favorites with a couple of cold and light, delicious bites.

    1
    Jalapeño Cheese Balls
    Monsoon Magic
    Jalapeño Cheese Balls
    These spicy, cheese balls look incredible! One bite into these would reveal a melty jalapeño and cheese mixture, covered in a crunchy, potato crust. Serve them with a tomato ketchup or get adventurous with a range of creamy, sweet and/or tangy dips! Whatever you serve them with is open to your imagination.
    Jalapeño Cheese Balls Recipe
    2
    Oh My Creative
    Jalapeño Cream Cheese Bacon Bites
    Is anyone else on the bacon-everything bandwagon? Bacon somehow has the ability to make both savory and sweet dishes taste amazing, such as these 3-cheese bacon bites with both homemade bacon bits and smoked-bacon cheddar to double up on that smoky flavor. Bacon in jalapeño recipes is always a hit!
    Jalapeño Cream Cheese Bacon Bites Recipe
    3
    Spicy Deviled Eggs with Bacon and Jalapeño
    Chef Sous Chef
    Spicy Deviled Eggs with Bacon and Jalapeño
    You can surely liven up your classic deviled eggs by throwing some bacon and jalapeño into the egg yolk mixture and topping with little crunchy bits of bacon crumble and diced jalapeño. Yum!
    Deviled Eggs with Bacon and Jalapeño Recipe
    4
    Deep fried candied jalapeno slices in a wooden dish.
    Sonoma Farm
    Deep Fried Tex-Mex Candy Jalapeno Slices Recipe
    This recipe from Sonoma Farms calls for battering ‘bread and butter’ pickled jalapeños and then deep frying them until golden brown and crispy. They can be eaten as a snack or added to sandwiches, burgers, etc. for some added spice and crunch.
    Tex-Mex Candy Jalapeño Slices Recipe
    5
    Cranberry jalapeno dip in a clear glass bowl.
    Sparrows and Lily
    Cranberry Jalapeño Cream Cheese Dip
    When it comes to jalapeño recipes, mixing sweet and spicy is always a good plan. That’s exactly the kind of flavor combination Sparrows and Lily achieved with this cranberry jalapeño dip made for the holiday season. It’s a refreshing way to use up your cranberries when a simple cranberry sauce just doesn’t seem to cut it.
    Cranberry Jalapeño Dip Recipe
    6
    Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels Recipe
    A Few Shortcuts
    Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels Recipe
    Here are those jalapeño popper pinwheels I was talking about. The nice thing about this recipe is the use of premade puff pastry dough, perfect for making an appetizer in a pinch! We are talking under 30 minutes and only 5 ingredients.
    Jalapeño Popper Pinwheels Recipe
    7
    Chicken Jalapeño Popper Cups
    Homemade Interest
    Chicken Jalapeño Popper Cups
    You are looking at another easy jalapeño recipe that utilizes premade phyllo pastry already shaped into cute little shells for your convenience. The cups house a mixture of three cheeses, shredded chicken, diced jalapeños, green chilies and mayo.
    Chicken Jalapeño Popper Cups Recipe
    8
    Jalapeño Popper Pigs in a Blanket
    A Gouda Life
    Jalapeño Popper Pigs in a Blanket
    Another unique way to serve jalapeño poppers is by turning them into a ‘pigs in a blanket’ appetizer. Sausage links and a spicy, cream cheese mixture are rolled into crescent dough and baked to golden, crispy perfection. This is a great jalapeño appetizer idea to work into your game day menu!
    Jalapeño Popper Pigs in a Blanket Recipe
    9
    Jalapeño Tequila Shrimp
    We Are Not Martha
    Jalapeño Tequila Shrimp
    Looking for jalapeño recipes for a backyard gathering? These Tequila Jalapeño Shrimp Skewers could easily be an appetizer or main dish, depending on the occasion. Perfect for a backyard party or BBQ, all that’s missing is the hot tub!
    Tequila Jalapeño Shrimp Recipe

    Side Dish Jalapeño Recipes

    For a pop of heat, add a spicy, jalapeño side dish to your meal with one of these delicious options.

    10
    Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits
    Will Cook for Smiles
    Jalapeño Cheddar Biscuits
    Moving on from appetizers, we are now entering side-dish territory with these zesty, buttermilk biscuits. Lyuba from ‘Will Cook For Smiles’ offers up many suggestions for serving these fluffy biscuits; you might want to give them all a try!
    Jalapeño Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuits Recipe
    11
    Roasted Jalapeños
    Foodies
    Roasted Jalapeños
    Roasted jalapeños are quick and easy to make and can amp up the flavors of many, many dishes such as: pizza, scrambled eggs, tacos, enchiladas, burgers, nachos. They can even be added to soups, stews and sauces. Get creative with it!
    Roasted Jalapeños Recipe
    12
    Crispy Jalapeño Fries
    Slow the Cook Down
    Crispy Jalapeño Fries
    This is the kind of share food you secretly don’t want to share! You won’t find any potato in these fries; just some simple, fried, panko-breaded strips of juicy, crispy jalapeños, served with some creamy ranch dressing and marinara dips, no big deal.
    Crispy Jalapeño Fries Recipe

    Jalapeño Popper Recipes

    Here I not only included jalapeño poppers themselves but dishes that replicate that cheesy, spicy, smoky flavor.

    13
    Jalapeño Popper Corn Dip
    Delish
    Jalapeño Popper Corn Dip
    There seems to be a tight relationship forming between jalapeños and bacon, as we are starting to see in this list. And with good reason...I mean just look at this dip! This is one of those jalapeño recipes you will want to come back to again and again.
    Jalapeño Popper Corn Dip Recipe
    14
    Grilled jalapeño poppers on black serving board.
    Grilled Jalapeño Poppers
    By now you’ve surely tried jalapeño poppers baked in the oven, but have you tried them grilled on the BBQ? If not, this recipe visually shows you each step of the process with the end result being a smoky, cheesy, mildly spicy bite, that are always a huge hit at our barbecues! This is one of my favorite jalapeño recipes to make at home.
    How to Grill Jalapeño Poppers Recipe
    15
    Jalapeño Popper Hasselback Chicken
    The Girl on Bloor
    Jalapeño Popper Hasselback Chicken
    The Girl on Bloor turns your classic jalapeño popper appetizer into a flavorful main by stuffing the spicy, cheese mixture into the scores of a chicken breast.
    Hasselback Jalapeño Popper Chicken Recipe
    16
    Jalapeño Popper Monkey Bread
    Living la Vida Holoka
    Jalapeño Popper Monkey Bread
    Don’t worry, you will not need to spend hours rising and baking bread, just use store-bought pizza dough to make this jalapeño popper monkey bread! Dough balls are filled with that popper mixture we all know and love, and then baked in a bundt cake pan, forming a pull-apart style bread that is perfect for serving a crowd.
    Jalapeño Popper Monkey Bread Recipe
    17
    Jalapeño Popper Quiche
    Living la Vida Holoka
    Jalapeño Popper Quiche
    If you’re thinking this quiche may be too heavy for you with such ingredients as pie crust, cream, bacon and brie cheese, you need not worry as Jessica offers up low calorie variations and tips while still maintaining the delicious factor.
    Jalapeño Popper Quiche Recipe

    Main Dish Jalapeño Recipes

    I was able to find so many jalapeño recipes for dinner that I found it hard to narrow the list down but I'm sure you'll enjoy all of these deliciously, spicy ideas.

    18
    Jalapeño Popper Tater Tot Chicken Casserole
    The Country Cook
    Jalapeño Popper Tater Tot Chicken Casserole
    The textures and flavors of a jalapeño popper just happen to work extremely well in a casserole. You can simply pick up an already-cooked rotisserie chicken, some frozen tater tots and of course the popper ingredients. It’s a simple, one-dish meal that delivers!
    Jalapeño Popper Tater Tot Chicken Casserole Recipe
    19
    Jalapeño Pepper Jack Chicken Burger
    Butter Your Biscuit
    Jalapeño Pepper Jack Chicken Burger
    Is your stomach growling after looking at this juicy, loaded chicken burger? I know mine is! This recipe includes a roasted garlic mayo to top it all off.
    Jalapeño Pepper Jack Chicken Burger Recipe
    20
    Jerk Pork Carnitas Tacos
    No Spoon Necessary
    Jerk Pork Carnitas Tacos
    These jerk carnitas are made with beer-braised pork, a spicy jerk sauce, charred corn tortillas, shredded cabbage and a spicy pineapple jalapeño salsa, all of those bright and tasty flavors you would expect from Mexican-Jamaican cuisine.
    Jerk Pork Carnitas Tacos Recipe
    21
    Jalapeño Lime Chicken Soup
    Pinch of Yum
    Jalapeño Lime Chicken Soup
    Besides the fresh combination of jalapeño and lime, this chicken soup has the addition of salsa verde, white beans and garnishes. Another fall soup to add to the meal plan!
    Jalapeño Lime Chicken Soup Recipe
    22
    Artisan Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage
    Bob Bradham
    Artisan Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage
    This video shows you exactly how to make spicy pork-butt sausages, and it does not skimp on the spice! (Although this can be adjusted according to your taste.) The pork chunks are marinated overnight before grinding, at which point you are adding jalapeño and cheddar chunks and making a test patty to adjust the seasonings. Then you’re good to go with the casing process and out comes a sausage ring to be proud of!
    Artisan Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage Recipe
    23
    Spicy Armadillo Eggs
    Dish n the Kitchen
    Spicy Armadillo Eggs
    These ‘armadillo eggs’ are basically jalapeño poppers stuffed into loose chorizo sausage and wrapped in bacon! If you are a meat and potatoes kind of person and you like grilling, these spicy meat bombs are for you.
    Spicy Armadillo Eggs Recipe
    24
    How to Make Jalapeño Cheddar Stuffed Meatloaf
    The Stay At Home Chef
    How to Make Jalapeño Cheddar Stuffed Meatloaf
    Who doesn’t like surprises? This is a meatloaf with a spicy, cheesy surprise in the middle (an entire 8 oz. brick of cheddar!). It’s covered in a ketchup glaze and topped with sliced jalapeños.
    Jalapeño Cheddar Stuffed Meatloaf Recipe
    25
    White Chicken Lasagna
    Mom Dot
    White Chicken Lasagna
    This white chicken lasagna is spicy on so many levels! You’ve got your fresh jalapeños, your jalapeño cheddar and some chili powder to boot. The cool Mexican crema balances out the spiciness factor and the cheesy, shredded chicken mixture nestled into layers of lasagna noodles screams of deliciousness!
    White Chicken Lasagna Recipe

    ⭐ Speaking of chili powder, you might also like my skillet chili.

    Cocktails

    I couldn't forget to add some hot jalapeño cocktails to literally spice up your beverage selection.

    26
    Spicy Mango Margarita on the Rocks
    Fork in the Kitchen
    Spicy Mango Margarita on the Rocks
    Move over strawberry slushy margaritas! The tequila cocktail itself consists of not only mango juice but fresh mango and jalapeños as well, keeping it real and full of natural flavors! The rimmer you see on this mango margarita is spiced with chili powder for a nice kick each time you take a sip.
    Spicy Mango Margarita Recipe
    27
    Jalapeño Moscow Mule
    The Lemon Bowl
    Jalapeño Moscow Mule
    If you like cocktails that are not too sweet, but big on zest and spice, then you will certainly enjoy this jalapeño moscow mule. If you’ve got 10 minutes to spare, then you can let your guests wait around for a short time with some appies (I’m sure they won’t mind) while you play bartender.
    Jalapeño Moscow Mule Recipe
    28
    Grapefruit Jalapeño Margarita
    Monika Hibbs
    Grapefruit Jalapeño Margarita
    If mangoes and mules don’t float your boat, can I entice you with a grapefruit jalapeño margarita? This is an elegant, classy-looking cocktail, with a spicy and zesty personality.
    Grapefruit Jalapeño Margarita Recipe
    29
    Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita Popsicles
    The Little Epicurean
    Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita Popsicles
    These strawberry jalapeño margarita popsicles are such a fun idea for a pool party or backyard bash/BBQ on a hot, summer day! I’ll be dreaming of making these next summer…
    Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita Popsicles Recipe

    BBQ Sauces

    Add some heat to this delicious summer condiment with these jalapeño BBQ sauce recipes.

    30
    Spicy Mango Jalapeño BBQ Sauce
    Vindulge
    Spicy Mango Jalapeño BBQ Sauce
    The nice thing about this homemade BBQ sauce recipe is that it has no added, processed sugars, which is a common thing for most commercial BBQ sauces. This version is naturally sweetened with fresh mango. All the more reason to make your own!
    Spicy Mango Jalapeño BBQ Sauce Recipe
    31
    Spicy Honey BBQ Sauce
    Chili Pepper Madness
    Spicy Honey BBQ Sauce
    Sweet with heat is the direction Mike was going with this BBQ sauce. It contains both jalapeño and habanero peppers for some variation. You can adjust the heat by adding more or less of the seeds and membrane from the chili peppers or just switching the type of peppers altogether. Whatever heat level you choose, no heat or max heat, it’s sure to be flavorful!
    Spicy Honey BBQ Sauce Recipe
    32
    Sweet And Spicy Jalapeño Barbecue Sauce
    Dad With a Pan
    Sweet And Spicy Jalapeño Barbecue Sauce
    You can’t have a barbecue without a good barbecue sauce. What sets this BBQ sauce apart from the rest is the smoky flavor brought to you by roasting the jalapeño peppers directly over the burner before blending it into the tomato sauce.
    Sweet And Spicy Jalapeño Barbecue Sauce Recipe

    Canned Jalapeño Recipes

    Sometimes you simply want a plain old pickled jalapeño or spicy jelly to snack on and these canned jalapeño recipes provide you with just that.

    33
    Canned jalapeno slices in 2 small jars.
    Flavour and Savour
    Quick Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños
    They may come out of a jar, but there are actually no canning skills required here. This recipe takes about 15 minutes from start to finish, quicker than running to the grocery store and back! They can be stored for several weeks in the refrigerator.
    Quick Refrigerator Pickled Jalapeños Recipe
    34
    3-Ingredient Candied Jalapeños
    Brooklyn Farm Girl
    3-Ingredient Candied Jalapeños
    If you have too many jalapeños sitting in your fridge then you know what to do with, this is the perfect recipe to use them up! Also known as ‘Cowboy Candy’, this is a sweet and spicy treat you will want to try at least once.
    3-Ingredient Candied Jalapeños Recipe
    35
    Jalapeño Pepper Jelly
    The Grateful Girl Cooks
    Jalapeño Pepper Jelly
    Jalapeño jelly isn’t as common as a strawberry or crabapple type, but it’s worth giving it a try if you want to jazz up an appetizer (by spreading it over a block of cream cheese and serving with crackers perhaps). Or you could even warm it and use it as a glaze for pork or chicken.
    Jalapeño Pepper Jelly Recipe
    36
    Perfect Pickled Jalapeño Peppers
    Frugal Mom Eh
    Perfect Pickled Jalapeño Peppers
    These are some straight-up pickled jalapeño slices without any distractions. It doesn’t get any easier than this when it comes to canning this fiery topping.
    Perfect Pickled Jalapeño Peppers Recipe

    More Jalapeño Recipes

    These are miscellaneous jalapeño recipes that I found to be unique and creative as well as an authentic salsa recipe.

    37
    Jalapeño Hot Sauce
    White Thunder BBQ
    Jalapeño Hot Sauce
    Adding a dash of hot sauce can liven up many a dish. This hot sauce starts out as charred and chopped jalapeños and onions, and by the end of it, you’ve got a smooth and saucy, spicy concoction.
    Jalapeño Hot Sauce Recipe
    38
    Honey Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins
    Closet Cooking
    Honey Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins
    Don’t these look scrumptious with the honey drizzling and butter melting all over these moist, cornbread muffins? Try adding a jalapeño slice to the top of each muffin to let everyone know these muffins are hot and spicy on the inside.
    Honey Jalapeño Cornbread Muffins Recipe
    39
    Halloween Bacon Jalapeño Mummies
    Butter Your Biscuit
    Halloween Bacon Jalapeño Mummies
    It’s October, Halloween month, and so it was necessary to include a jalapeño recipe for the season! Try making these bacon jalapeño mummies and see what your guests think. They may just look too cute to take a bit out of! Then again, they look and sound too tasty to pass up.
    Halloween Bacon Jalapeño Mummies Recipe
    40
    Easy and Fast Jalapeño Salsa
    Everyday Latina
    Easy and Fast Jalapeño Salsa
    I don’t know about you, but we use up A LOT of salsa in our home. If you’re looking for a salsa that will become a staple in your kitchen, this is it. It’s the combination of jalapeños and romas that make up the base of this super easy, cooked salsa.
    Easy and Fast Jalapeño Salsa Recipe
    41
    Jalapeño Hummus
    Five Heart Home
    Jalapeño Hummus
    What haven’t we spiced up yet in this list? I can’t forget about hummus, a vegetarian staple. Once you know how easy it is to make hummus at home, you likely won’t bother picking up the premade kind. The great thing about homemade hummus, is the opportunity to add your favorite ingredients to make it your own, like the jalapeños in this recipe.
    Jalapeño Hummus Recipe
    42
    Chili Powder
    Brooklyn Farm Girl
    Chili Powder
    Do you grow your own jalapeños? Or you’re just in the mood to try something new and fun with your leftover chili peppers? This recipe shows you how to dry and grind the peppers into a chili powder or flakes if you are looking for something more course.
    Crushed Chili Powder Recipe
    43
    Spicy Skillet Cornbread
    Kitchen Fairy
    Spicy Skillet Cornbread
    Did you already know you can bake cornbread in a skillet, or did I just blow your mind? The jalapeños in this recipe make the cornbread pop!
    Spicy Skillet Cornbread Recipe

    Jalapeño FAQs

    How many jalapeños in a pound?

    You will get approximately 20 jalapeños in a pound. This can vary depending on the size of the jalapeños.

    When to harvest jalapeños?

    You will know your jalapeños are ready to pick when they are approximately 3" to 5" in length, firm to the touch and a dark green color.

    How many carbs in a jalapeño?

    One jalapeño pepper will have approximately 0.9 g carbs.

    How to make jalapeños less hot?

    There are several ways to make jalapeño peppers less hot including removing the seeds and membrane, cooking them and/or pickling them.

    Final Thoughts on Jalapeño Recipes

    I really enjoyed bringing this collection of some of the best jalapeño recipes together, as I love eats and drinks with some heat. I hope you found at least one or two recipes that piqued your interest.

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