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Jalapeno popper grilled cheese sandwich with melted cheese and jalapeño slices, cut in half and served on a white plate, one half secured with a toothpick.
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Jalapeño Popper Grilled Cheese with Pickled Jalapeños

My jalapeño popper grilled cheese is creamy, cheesy, crisp, and packed with tangy pickled jalapeño flavor. An easy lunch or quick dinner that comes together fast.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time12 minutes
Course: Lunch, Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 652kcal
Author: Kristen Wood

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon pickled jalapeño brine from the jar
  • 2 slices sturdy sandwich bread use gluten-free if necessary
  • 1/3 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons pickled jalapeños finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter or mayo softened
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Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, garlic powder, and jalapeño brine until smooth and spreadable.
    A small white bowl with a gold spoon contains a creamy jalapeno popper grilled cheese mixture, placed on a wooden cutting board.
  • Spread the mixture evenly over one side of each slice of bread.
    Two slices of bread with cream cheese spread on top, perfect for making a delicious jalapeno popper grilled cheese, placed on a wooden cutting board.
  • Add the cheddar to one slice, then scatter the chopped jalapeños over the top.
    Two slices of bread on a wooden board; one with cream cheese, the other topped with cream cheese, shredded cheese, chopped green peppers—perfect for assembling a jalapeno popper grilled cheese.
  • Close the sandwich with the second slice, cream cheese side facing inward. Spread butter or mayo on the outside of both slices.
    A slice of bread with several pieces of butter on top sits in a gray frying pan, ready to become a jalapeno popper grilled cheese masterpiece.
  • Cook in a skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing lightly, until golden and crisp.
    A jalapeno popper grilled cheese sandwich with golden brown, crispy bread sits in a frying pan, hints of spicy peppers and creamy cheese melding with the melted butter.
  • Let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm. Enjoy! 💚
    A jalapeno popper grilled cheese sandwich cut in half on a plate, topped with sliced jalapeños and secured with a toothpick.

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Notes

Storage and Reheating 
Wrap any leftover grilled cheese in foil or store it in an airtight container, and then keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Use a skillet or an air fryer to reheat it until crisp again. I don’t recommend using the microwave for this, since the bread slices might become soggy.  

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 652kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 53g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 1303mg | Potassium: 218mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 2172IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 428mg | Iron: 2mg
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