Big M's Cheesy Chicken Jalapeño Stuffed Onion Rings

Steps9

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   Step 1. Air fry the chicken

   15 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 thighSeasoning
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   Step 2. Chop the chicken

   Let the chicken cool, then chop it very finely.

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   Step 3. Mix 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.

   MayonnaiseOnion powderGarlic powderMonosodium glutamate
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   Step 4. Slice the onion

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

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   Step 5. Stuff the onion rings

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

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   Step 6. Freeze the rings

   30 min

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

   Freezing the stuffed onion rings before breading is key to keeping everything together while frying.
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   Step 7. Bread the rings

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

   Cajun seasoning1.5 tsp of 2.5 tspOnion powderGarlic powder
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   Step 8. Deep-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
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   Step 9. Drain and serve

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