1997 Chrysler Town and Country Running Rough when hot

First thing you need to do is have the codes read, Autozone does it free, Post the results with the code number(s). Even if the service engine light is not on, there should be freeze frame data stored.
If it won't make it to Autozone, buy a cheap scanner, they can be had for 30-40 dollars, a good investment, since they cover all cars sold in the USA from 96 on. If it's backfiring, can also have internal engine problems, like weak or broken valve springs, worn camshaft, burnt valves.