Seeing that football season is upon us, and because I like to eat yummy, spicy treats, I present the Jalapeno Bacon Wrap. This is always a people pleaser for any game or event. Although they are not intended for those who are afraid of a little heat (and bacon).
Ingredients:
1 lb bacon
2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
1 can jalapeno chilis, whole or halved (halved seems to be less spicy)
skewers
Preparation:
Put bacon in the freezer for a bit so that it will harden and be easier to work with, do not completely freeze. Cut chicken into long strips, about 1/3 to 1/2 inch in width. After bacon is partially frozen, cut in half length wise. Take one 1/2 strip of bacon, one strip of chicken and one jalapeno (halved, with seeds and stem removed if applicable), wrap jalapeno with chicken and bacon (bacon on the outside) as tight as possible and secure with skewer. Skewer can hold up to 5 wraps. Place into preheated oven at 400 degrees for about 30 minutes, or until desired doneness of bacon. Let cool for a couple minutes, serve and enjoy.
Cucumber Cream Cheese Dip (optional):
For those who wish for a cooling agent here is a simple option. Although you can substitute with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
1/3 cup english cucumber (the no-seed kind), peeled and sliced
1/2 cup cream cheese
salt to taste
Put ingredients in food processor and mix until desired consistency. Keep cool.
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