CORKED BAT: DELICIOUS PECAN CRUSTED GREEN CHILE APPETIZERS/Perfect for Game Time

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt lowers fat while maintaining creaminess.

pecans

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: almonds

Walnuts are often less expensive and provide healthy fats.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories without sacrificing flavor.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier alternative with similar texture.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Roast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Chop the roasted pecans finely and set aside.

In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Slice the green chiles in half lengthwise and remove seeds if desired.

Fill each green chile half with the cheese mixture.

Dip each filled chile into beaten egg, then roll in breadcrumbs and chopped pecans to coat.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the coated chiles until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Transfer the fried chiles to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until heated through.

Serve warm as an appetizer.

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