Description
Cheddar Bacon Ranch Stuffed Chicken is the ultimate comfort food! Juicy chicken breasts are packed with a creamy, cheesy bacon-ranch filling, coated in crispy breadcrumbs, and baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make dish is loaded with flavor and perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Chicken: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast without slicing all the way through. Season both sides of the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried parsley.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, mix the crumbled turkey bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing until well combined.
- Stuff the Chicken: Evenly divide the cheese mixture and stuff each chicken breast, securing the edges with toothpicks if needed.
- Coat the Chicken: In one shallow bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese. In another bowl, place the beaten egg. Dip each stuffed chicken breast into the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with melted butter for extra crispiness. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Serve: Remove toothpicks, if used, and serve hot! Enjoy these ooey-gooey cheddar bacon ranch stuffed chicken delights with a side of roasted veggies or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for the last 2-3 minutes.
- Swap cheddar for mozzarella, pepper jack, or gouda for a different flavor.
- To keep cheese from oozing out, secure the edges with toothpicks and avoid overstuffing.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed veggies, or a crisp side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
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