Description
Indulge in this flavorful Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Chicken, featuring tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy cheese mixture and wrapped in crispy bacon. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2–3 jalapeños, seeded and diced
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Toothpicks for securing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Cheese Mixture:
- In a bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Stuff the Chicken:
- Slice a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through. Stuff each pocket generously with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap in Bacon:
- Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, securing the ends with toothpicks if necessary.
- Bake to Perfection:
- Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts in a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the bacon is crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve your Jalapeño Popper Stuffed Chicken hot, and enjoy this spicy, cheesy, bacon-wrapped delight!
Notes
- For extra spice, leave some of the seeds in the jalapeños.
- Serve with a side salad or rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes