Description
This Crispy Chicken Bacon Wrap recipe features tender chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy cheddar and cream cheese blend, wrapped in crispy bacon, and baked to perfection. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a perfect meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cheese Filling
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
Bacon and Garnish
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the wraps after searing.
- Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. This ensures uniform cooking.
- Season Chicken: In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken breasts for added flavor.
- Make Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until well blended, creating a creamy filling.
- Spread Cheese: Spread a generous spoonful of the cheese mixture over one side of each chicken breast.
- Wrap with Bacon: Lay two slices of bacon side by side, slightly overlapping. Place a chicken breast, cheese side up, at one end and roll it up in the bacon. Secure with toothpicks if necessary. Repeat for remaining chicken breasts.
- Sear Chicken Wraps: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the chicken bacon wraps seam side down in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bacon is golden brown.
- Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest: Remove from the oven and let the chicken wraps rest for about 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Serve: Slice into bite-sized pieces or serve whole, garnished with chopped parsley for a fresh touch.
Notes
- These wraps pair wonderfully with a fresh garden salad, roasted vegetables, or creamy mashed potatoes.
- Consider adding a dipping sauce such as ranch or barbecue to enhance the flavor.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F (175°C) or in the microwave for convenience.
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