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Two golden-brown stuffed chicken breasts topped with crispy turkey bacon and herb breadcrumbs, resting in a creamy white sauce in a ceramic baking dish.

Tasty Stuffed Chicken Breast with Turkey Bacon

Juicy chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy cheese and turkey bacon filling, seasoned to perfection and baked until golden. A satisfying and flavorful main dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 slices turkey bacon cooked and chopped
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Cut a deep pocket into the side of each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
  3. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mozzarella, turkey bacon, garlic, and parsley until well combined.
  4. Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese and bacon mixture. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
  5. Rub chicken breasts with olive oil on all sides.
  6. Mix paprika, salt, black pepper, oregano, and onion powder, then season the chicken evenly.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked and golden on top.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

You can swap mozzarella with cheddar or add spinach to the filling for extra flavor.