How to Make Jalapeno Popper Frittata - A Step-by-Step Guide

Jalapeno poppers are a popular appetizer that combines the heat of jalapeno peppers with the creaminess of cheese. This recipe takes those flavors and transforms them into a delicious and satisfying frittata that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. The Jalapeno Popper Frittata is a flavorful and spicy dish that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon
  • ⅓ pound shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar diced jalapeno peppers with juice
  • ½ (8 ounce) package cold cream cheese, cubed
  • 7 large eggs
  • ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup sun-dried tomato pesto
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon in a cast iron skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop.
  • Sprinkle chopped bacon evenly into the cast iron skillet. Top evenly with Cheddar cheese. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup diced jalapeno peppers. Drop cream cheese cubes evenly over peppers.
  • Whip eggs in a bowl until slightly thickened. Add heavy cream, pesto, 5 tablespoons reserved jalapeno liquid, salt, and black pepper; beat until well mixed. Pour over ingredients in the skillet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until top is golden brown and eggs are set, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    367 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 292mg
    • Sodium: 626mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 238mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 196mg