Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken – an explosion of flavor

Ingredients:

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup crushed Doritos (any flavor)
– Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.

Prepare the Filling:
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and black pepper. Mix until well combined to create a creamy filling.

Prepare the Chicken:
Take each chicken breast and make a pocket by cutting horizontally through the thickest part, being careful not to cut all the way through. Stuff each chicken breast with the cream cheese and bacon filling, securing it with toothpicks if necessary to keep the filling from spilling out.

Coat with Doritos:
Place the crushed Doritos in a shallow dish. Roll each stuffed chicken breast in the crushed Doritos, ensuring they are well coated on all sides.

Bake:
Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Serve:
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot, and enjoy the delicious combination of creamy, cheesy filling and crunchy Doritos coating!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings