Description
Indulge in this Creamy Bacon and Spinach Stuffed Chicken that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich and savory filling of creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh spinach. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this dish is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Use a sharp knife to create a pocket in the center of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped spinach, shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Stuff the Chicken: Stuff each chicken breast with the creamy bacon and spinach filling. Secure the opening with toothpicks or kitchen twine to hold the filling inside during cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Brown the stuffed chicken breasts on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Then, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Serve: Remove the toothpicks or twine from the chicken, slice, and serve the Creamy Bacon and Spinach Stuffed Chicken hot. Enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the bacon with turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- Add additional herbs or spices to the filling for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Creamy Bacon and Spinach Stuffed Chicken, Stuffed Chicken Breast Recipe, Bacon Spinach Chicken