🍗 Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast

This **Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast** is juicy, cheesy, and wrapped in crispy bacon — a restaurant-quality dinner that's easy to make at home. Perfect for weeknights or impressing guests!

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 8 slices bacon (1–2 per breast)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for searing)
• 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (for serving, optional)

Instructions

1. Butterfly chicken: Slice each chicken breast horizontally through the side, stopping before cutting all the way through. Open like a book.
2. Make filling: In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff chicken: Spread 1–2 tbsp of filling inside each breast. Fold closed and secure with toothpicks.
4. Wrap with bacon: Wrap each breast with 1–2 slices of bacon, tucking ends underneath.
5. Cook (Oven Method): Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place chicken on a baking sheet (or over a wire rack). Bake 22–28 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and bacon is crispy.
6. Cook (Stove + Oven Method - Optional): Sear bacon-wrapped chicken in a hot skillet with oil for 2–3 minutes per side, then transfer to oven to finish baking.
7. Rest 5 minutes, remove toothpicks, then slice and serve.
8. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping!

Tip: Add chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or jalapeños to the filling for extra flavor!

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