Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 8 slices bacon
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• 1 cup spinach, chopped
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven
   Heat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the filling
   In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff the chicken
   Cut a pocket into each chicken breast. Fill with the cheese mixture.
4. Wrap with bacon
   Wrap 2 slices of bacon around each stuffed chicken breast. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
5. Season
   Rub lightly with olive oil and sprinkle paprika over the top.
6. Bake
   Place in a baking dish and bake for 30–40 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
7. Optional crisp finish
   Broil for 2–3 minutes at the end for crispier bacon.

Serving Ideas

• Roasted vegetables
• Mashed potatoes
• Side salad
• Rice or pasta

Tips

• Don’t overstuff the chicken or the filling may leak out.
• Thin-cut bacon crisps more easily.
• You can swap spinach for jalapeños, mushrooms, or sun-dried tomatoes.