🌶️ Homemade Texas Rattlesnake Bites Recipe 🌶️
These Texas Rattlesnake Bites are crispy, cheesy, and packed with a spicy kick! Made with ground chicken, jalapeños, and pepper jack cheese, they’re perfect for game day or a fun appetizer.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️
✔ Spicy & Cheesy – A Texas-style appetizer with bold flavors.
✔ Crispy Perfection – Golden brown on the outside, creamy and spicy inside.
✔ Great for Parties – A crowd-pleasing snack for game day, BBQs, or gatherings.
✔ Easy to Make – Ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients (Makes 12 Servings)
🐔 Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground chicken or turkey
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ¼ cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
🧄 Seasoning Mix:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
🥖 For Coating & Frying:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Heat the Oil 🔥
- Preheat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
2️⃣ Mix the Filling 🥣
- In a large bowl, mix together ground chicken, pepper jack cheese, cream cheese, green onions, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3️⃣ Shape & Coat 🍗
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized bites.
- Coat each ball in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
4️⃣ Fry to Perfection 🌟
- Carefully place bites into hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5️⃣ Drain & Serve 🍽️
- Remove bites from oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
📌 Calories: 300 kcal
📌 Protein: 18g
📌 Carbs: 12g
📌 Fat: 20g
(Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients.)
Best Dipping Sauces for Rattlesnake Bites 🥣
🔥 Spicy Ranch – Mix ranch dressing with hot sauce for an extra kick.
🧄 Garlic Aioli – Creamy and garlicky for a rich flavor contrast.
🌿 Cilantro Lime Dip – A fresh, zesty option.
🧀 Queso Dip – Because cheese + more cheese = perfection!
Serving Suggestions & Variations 🌟
🌯 Taco Style: Serve in warm tortillas with lettuce and salsa.
🥗 Low-Carb Option: Skip the breadcrumbs and air fry at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.
🌶️ Extra Spicy: Add cayenne pepper or chopped habaneros to the mix.
Storage & Reheating Tips 🥡
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: Place uncooked bites on a tray, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes, or air fry for 5 minutes at 375°F.
💡 Pro Tip: For extra crunch, reheat in an air fryer instead of the microwave!
