Big M's Cheesy Chicken Jalapeño Stuffed Onion Rings

Method

1. 01
   Step 1Air fry the chicken15 min

   Season the chicken with 1 tbsp olive oil, ½ tbsp seasoned salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, ¼ tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder and 1 tsp onion powder. Air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway.

   Chicken thighOlive oilSeasoningBlack pepperSmoked paprika0.3 tsp of 0.5 tspGarlic powderOnion powder
2. 02
   Step 2Chop the chicken

   Let the chicken cool, then chop it very finely.

   Chicken
3. 03
   Step 3Mix the filling

   Mix the chopped chicken with 1 large jalapeño, 2 cups Mexican cheese blend, ⅓ cup Kewpie mayo, 1 tsp granulated onion, 1 tsp granulated garlic, 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, ¼ tsp smoked paprika and ½ tsp Accent until well combined.

   ChickenJalapeñoCheeseMayonnaiseOnion powderGarlic powderCajun seasoning1 tsp of 2.5 tspSmoked paprika0.3 tsp of 0.5 tspMonosodium glutamate
4. 04
   Step 4Slice the onion

   Slice the yellow onion into ½-inch rings and separate the layers. Place a smaller ring inside a larger ring.

   Onion
5. 05
   Step 5Stuff the onion rings

   Pack the chicken mixture tightly between the onion rings, leaving the center empty.

   ChickenOnion
6. 06
   Step 6Freeze the rings30 min

   Freeze the stuffed onion rings for at least 30 minutes to help keep the filling together.

   Note

   Freezing the stuffed onion rings before breading is key to keeping everything together while frying.

7. 07
   Step 7Bread the rings

   Coat each frozen onion ring in seasoned flour, shaking off excess. Dip into beaten eggs, then coat completely in Panko.

   All-purpose flourCajun seasoning1.5 tsp of 2.5 tspOnion powderGarlic powderEggPanko
8. 08
   Step 8Deep-fry the rings

   Heat oil to 350°F. Carefully fry the onion rings until golden brown and crispy. Try not to move them around too much so the filling stays inside.

   Vegetable oil
9. 09
   Step 9Drain and serve

   Drain and serve hot with ranch, your favorite dipping sauce, or Bang Bang Sauce.