Tgi fridays jalapeno poppers in air fryer

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With minimal prep & 6-8 minutes of cooking you can cook the best Frozen Jalapeno Poppers in Air Fryer *. Perfectly crispy and golden and loaded with spicy jalapeño and melted cheese - all ready to dip in your favorite sauce!

• Why you will love this recipe
• What you need to make Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers
• How to make Air Fryer Frozen Jalapeno Poppers
• Tips & tricks
• Recipe FAQ
• Sauces to serve them with
• Recipe

Jalapeno poppers is one of those snacks I just can't get enough of. It's in my blood, I guess, because my dad is crazy about them as well.

But what's not to love about jalapeno peppers loaded with cream cheese inside, coated with breadcrumbs, and fried? It's a dream come true! And air fried jalapeno poppers is no exception.

For a long time you couldn't get them in Sweden - but luckily, these days there are at least a few stores carrying frozen poppers. Lucky me!

Why you will love this recipe

• It's the best way to cook frozen jalapeño poppers
• Quicker than when baking in the oven
• Less greasy than deep fat frying
• Super easy and done in 6-8 minutes + 5 minutes of preheating

What you need to make Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers

Ingredient notes

• Frozen jalapeño poppers - either store bought or homemade
• Cooking oil is optional, but helps the crust crisp up nicely

1. Brush the jalapeño poppers with oil
2. Spread out in preheated air fryer basket
3. Air fry for 6-8 minutes at 400°F (200°C), turning them once halfway

Tips & tricks

• Preheat the air fryer * for best results
• Don't defrost the jalapeño poppers, cook them straight from frozen
• Cook in a single layer for best results
• Turn them halfway for an even cook
• Don't cook too long or the cheese will start oozing out
• Cook time can vary with different air fryers and brands of jalapeño poppers
• Test a few first to make sure you nail the perfect cook time
• Let them cool a bit before eating - that cheese is suuuuper hot!
• Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days - but I recommend not air frying more than you will finish

Recipe FAQ

Can you cook jalapeno poppers in the air fryer?

Yes! It's the very best way to cook them.

How long do I cook frozen jalapeno poppers for in the air fryer?

Cook frozen jalapeno poppers in the air fryer for 6-8 minutes at 400°F (200°C), turning them once halfway.

How do you cook TGI Fridays jalapeno poppers in the air fryer?

Cook TGI Fridays frozen jalapeno poppers in the air fryer for 6-8 minutes at 400°F (200°C), turning them once halfway.

Sauces to serve them with

Need a sauce (or two) for your jalapeño poppers? Try these!

• 2-minute Gluten Free BBQ Sauce
• 5-minute Lime Aioli
• 5-minute Chipotle Ranch
• 5-minute Blue Cheese Sauce
• 5-minute Sour Cream Sauce with Avocado & Lime

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Recipe

• ▢ 6 frozen jalapeño poppers
• ▢ 1 teaspoon cooking oil

• Preheat the air fryer by running it at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.

• Brush the frozen jalapeño poppers with oil, then spread them out in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

  6 frozen jalapeño poppers, 1 teaspoon cooking oil

• Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 6-8 minutes, flipping them halfway.

• Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce!

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  Pastry brush* (optional)

This recipe for air fryer frozen jalapeno poppers was created in a Philips HD9252/90 Air Fryer*. Cooking time can vary with your air fryer model.

Ingredient notes & substitutions

• Frozen jalapeño poppers - either store bought or homemade
• Cooking oil is optional, but helps the crust crisp up nicely

Tips & tricks

• Preheat the air fryer for best results
• Don't defrost the jalapeño poppers, cook them straight from frozen
• Cook in a single layer for best results
• Turn them halfway for an even cook
• Don't cook too long or the cheese will start oozing out
• Cook time can vary with different air fryers and brands of jalapeño poppers
• Test a few first to make sure you nail the perfect cook time
• Let them cool a bit before eating - that cheese is suuuuper hot!
• Store any leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days - but I recommend not air frying more than you will finish

Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 140mg | Sugar: 1g

Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.