Crispy Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast
A delicious and easy recipe featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach and cheese filling, wrapped in crispy bacon. Perfect for family dinners, special occasions, or a comforting weekend meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (medium-sized, pounded slightly for even thickness)
- 8 to 12 thick-cut bacon strips
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (about 100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh herbs (optional, such as parsley or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or in a zip-top bag and gently pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) thick and even.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, sautéed spinach, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir until well blended.
- Lay the pounded chicken breast flat. Spoon a generous amount of the filling along one edge, then carefully roll the chicken up tightly, tucking in the filling.
- Wrap 2 to 3 strips of bacon around each rolled chicken breast, overlapping slightly to cover completely. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Place the bacon-wrapped chicken seam side down on a baking sheet or oven-safe skillet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bacon is crispy and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). If bacon crisps too quickly, loosely cover with foil to prevent burning.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use thick-cut bacon for better crispiness and sturdiness. Secure bacon with toothpicks to prevent unraveling. If bacon browns too fast, tent with foil. Let chicken rest before slicing to lock in juices. You can customize the filling with different cheeses or add-ins like jalapeños or sun-dried tomatoes. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and cheese alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken br
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 35
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