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Big Green Egg Chicken Bombs
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Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Popper Chicken Thighs on the Big Green Egg

This classic BBQ dish for the Big Green Egg is delicious. The Big Green Egg Chicken Bombs will surely please!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Main Course, Poultry
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Keyword: Bacon, Big Green Egg, chicken thighs
Servings: 4
Author: The BBQ Buddha

Equipment

  • toothpicks soaked

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 large fresh jalapeños
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup pepper jack cheese shredded
  • 4 slices thick-cut bacon
  • 2 tbsp BBQ Rub
  • salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Soak toothpicks in water first.
  • Slice the jalapenos in half lengthwise and clean out the seeds.
  • Mix the softened cream cheese and shredded jack cheese.
  • Fill the jalapeno halves with the cheese mixture.
  • Wash and dry boneless, skinless chicken thighs and then season with salt and pepper.
  • Lay one of the stuffed jalapeno halves on the chicken thigh, roll it up, wrap it in bacon, and secure with toothpicks.
  • Rub the Crossroads Rub (or your favorite BBQ seasoning) all over the outside of the bacon.
  • Cook them for 45 minutes at 350° on the Big Green Egg, direct with a raised grid.
  • After 30 min, flip the chicken bombs.
  • Cook for another 15 minutes and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Sprinkle some more Crossroads on the Chicken Bombs before serving.