Basmati Jalapeno Poppers | Authentic Royal®

Ingredients

• Royal basmati rice: 1 cup, cooked
• Jalapeños: 8 large, halved lengthwise and seeds removed
• Cream cheese: 4 oz, softened
• Sharp cheddar cheese: 1 cup, shredded
• Green onions: 2, finely chopped
• Paprika: 1/2 tsp
• Panko breadcrumbs: 1/2 cup
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Salt: 1/4 tsp
• Bacon: 4 slices, cooked and crumbled or finely chopped
• Fresh chives: For garnish
• Sour cream: 3/4 cup
• Dried mint leaves: 1/2 tsp
• Onion powder: 1/2 tsp
• Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
• Salt: To taste