How to Make Cheesy Bacon-Stuffed Chicken Breast - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to creating a delicious and satisfying meal, few things can compare to the combination of tender chicken breast, gooey cheese, and crispy bacon. This recipe for Cheesy Bacon-Stuffed Chicken Breast delivers all that and more, making it a surefire hit for any dinner table. Perfect for a special occasion or just a weeknight treat, this dish is sure to become a new family favorite.

The star of this recipe is, of course, the chicken breast. When properly prepared, chicken bre...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups Italian bread crumbs, divided
  • 4 slices peppered bacon
  • 4 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 large eggs, well beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil, then sprinkle 3 pinches bread crumbs across the bottom.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crispy, 10 to 11 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Filet chicken breasts 90% of the way through and open like a hot dog bun. Spread 2 tablespoons chopped Parmesan cheese on one side of each breast. Top each with a bacon slice and 1 1/2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan.
  • Close the breasts. Dip in beaten egg, then in bread crumbs. Place in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining shredded Cheddar over top.
  • Cook in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    575 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 199mg
    • Sodium: 1496mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 52g
    • Calcium: 345mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 349mg