These grilled stuffed jalapeño peppers are a simple, flavorful appetizer made with fresh jalapeños filled with a creamy blend of reduced-fat cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and savory spices. Grilled until warm and tender, they offer a delicious combination of mild heat, cheesy richness, and smoky flavor!

Recipe courtesy of Meredith McGrath and Have A Plant.

Grilled Stuffed Jalapeños

Ingredients

• 4 ounces of reduced-fat or fat-free cream cheese softened
• ½ cup reduced-fat shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 10 jalapeño peppers

Instructions

Cut a lengthwise slit down the middle of each pepper, leaving the stem intact. Remove membranes and seeds.

In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients, mix and fill each pepper with a tablespoon of the mixture.

Place peppers in a disposable foil pan. Grill, covered on indirect medium heat for 8-10 minutes. Serve warm.

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