Jalapeno peppers are halved and filled with two types of cheese, bacon and topped with a crispy golden crust.
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Wearing gloves, slice the jalapeños in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds and membranes.
In the bowl of a stand mixer or hand mixer, mix cream cheese, garlic powder, cheddar cheese, chopped bacon and chives (if using).
In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter with the Panko bread crumbs. Stir to combine.
Fill jalapeños with the cheese and bacon mixture and top with the bread crumbs. Place on a parchment lined sheet pan.
Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden.
Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes. Garnish with chives and serve with ranch dressing.