Armadillo Eggs Recipe - Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers on the BBQ

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pancetta

Turkey bacon is lower in fat and calories

ground sausage

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and healthier

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while monterey jack is often cheaper

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Slice jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes for less heat.

In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth.

Stuff each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, pressing firmly to fill.

In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs with paprika and cayenne pepper for added flavor.

Wrap each stuffed jalapeño with a slice of bacon, securing with a toothpick if necessary.

Roll the bacon-wrapped jalapeños in the breadcrumb mixture until coated evenly.

Place stuffed jalapeños on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper if baking, or carefully place in the deep fryer if frying.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until bacon is crispy and jalapeños are tender, or fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove from oven or fryer and let cool slightly before serving.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

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