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A stack of grilled cheese sandwiches bursting with jalapeños and gooey melted cheese on a dark surface with scattered crumbs.

Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese Sandwich

This Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines roasted jalapeños, creamy cheddar and cream cheese, crispy tortilla chips, and buttery bread for a spicy, cheesy twist on a classic favorite.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 3 jalapeño peppers halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 6 slices white bread
  • Salted butter at room temperature
  • 4 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 tablespoons tortilla chips crumbled

Instructions
 

Roast the Jalapeños

  • Preheat the broiler. Arrange the jalapeño halves, cut side down, on a baking sheet. Place the sheet on the top rack of the oven and broil for approximately 10 minutes or until the skins are charred and blistered.
  • Once roasted, transfer the jalapeños to a zip-lock bag and seal it. Allow them to steam for about 20 minutes to loosen the skins. Once cooled, remove the skins by gently pinching them off. Set the roasted jalapeños aside.

Prepare the Bread

  • Spread a thin, even layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. On the opposite side, spread cream cheese generously to cover the entire surface.

Assemble the Sandwiches

  • On the cream cheese side of three slices of bread, place two roasted jalapeño halves. Evenly distribute the shredded cheddar cheese over the jalapeños, then sprinkle with crumbled tortilla chips for added texture. Top with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side facing out.

Cook the Sandwiches

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crisp, and the cheese has melted completely. Use a spatula to flip the sandwiches carefully to avoid spillage.

Serve Warm

  • Once cooked, remove the sandwiches from the skillet, slice them in half, and serve immediately. Enjoy while hot for the best flavor and texture.
Keyword Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese Sandwich