If you love the creamy, spicy, cheesy goodness of jalapeño poppers, you’re going to want to make this Jalapeño Popper Potato Salad. It takes the classic comfort of potato salad and gives it a bold twist with smoky bacon, tangy pickled jalapeños, and cheddar cheese.
This isn’t your average potato salad. It’s packed with flavor, has just the right kick of heat, and is the perfect side dish for summer cookouts, potlucks, or game day gatherings. The cream cheese and sour cream dressing makes it extra rich and satisfying, and the bacon adds a salty crunch you won’t be able to resist.
Helpful Tips
- Cool potatoes completely before mixing them into the dressing. This helps them hold their shape and keeps the dressing from getting runny.
- Adjust the heat level by adding more or less fresh jalapeño. Want it milder? Use only the pickled jalapeños.
- Use freshly shredded cheddar for the best melt and texture. Pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that can make the salad grainy.
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Jalapeno Popper Potato Salad
Ingredients
- 2 pounds (907 g) russet potatoes
- 1/3 cup (57 g) pickled jalapeños diced
- 1 fresh jalapeno diced and seeds removed
- 6 strips crispy bacon chopped
- 1/3 cup (33 g) green onion diced (mostly green, some white parts)
- 1/2 cup (57 g) cheddar cheese shredded
- 4 ounces (113 g) cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup (58 g) sour cream
- 1/3 cup (56 g) mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons (30 ml) juice from jar of pickled jalapeños
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) ranch seasoning dry
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) EACH salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Clean the potatoes well. Put them in a pot of water and bring to a boil. Cook for 20 minutes, or until tender when poked with a fork (cooking time will vary based on the size of the potatoes).
- Drain and let cool. Once cool to touch, peel the potatoes and cube them.
- In a large bowl, combine all of the remaining ingredients. Mix until well combined.
- Add the potatoes to the bowl and stir gently to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning, as needed.
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