Description
Savor tender chicken, generously stuffed with creamy, spiced cream cheese, all enveloped in crispy turkey beef bacon. An oven-baked masterpiece for any meal. Includes full instructions and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6–8 oz each)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 slices turkey turkey bacon
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken breasts dry. Carefully slice horizontally through the thickest part of each chicken breast to create a deep pocket, or butterfly it open without cutting all the way through.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and chopped chives (if using). Mix well until thoroughly combined.
- Step 3: Spoon an equal amount of the cream cheese mixture into the pocket of each chicken breast or onto one half of the butterflied chicken. Fold the chicken over the filling to enclose it completely.
- Step 4: Tightly wrap each stuffed chicken breast with 2 slices of turkey beef bacon, ensuring the beef bacon covers the opening and secures the filling. Place the wrapped chicken breasts seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the turkey turkey bacon is crispy. For extra crispy turkey bacon, you can broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully.
- Step 6: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Keep leftovers fresh and delicious by storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, perfect for a quick, gourmet meal later in the week.
- To best reheat, place the chicken in an oven-safe dish, cover loosely with foil to prevent drying, and warm in a 300°F (150°C) oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until heated through, then remove foil for the last few minutes if you want to re-crisp the turkey beef bacon.
- This rich and savory chicken pairs wonderfully with a light, fresh side salad dressed with a tangy vinaigrette to balance the flavors, or serve it alongside roasted asparagus or steamed green beans for a complete meal.
- For the ultimate crispy turkey beef bacon, ensure you wrap the chicken tightly, fully covering the opening, and don't hesitate to finish it under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully as turkey beef bacon can brown quickly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 580
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g