Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup crushed Doritos chips
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Dish: First things first, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). While that’s heating up, grease a baking dish with olive oil to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
Butterfly the Chicken: Next, using a sharp knife, carefully butterfly each chicken breast. This means cutting a slit lengthwise through the middle of the breast without slicing all the way through. You want to create a pocket for all that creamy, cheesy filling. Season the inside of each chicken breast with salt and pepper.
Mix the Filling: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and crumbled bacon. Mix until it’s all evenly combined, making sure the cream cheese is softened to make this step easier.
Stuff the Chicken Breasts: Take that creamy, cheesy bacon mixture and stuff it into each chicken breast. Don’t be shy! You want to press the edges together to seal in that delicious filling.
Coat the Chicken in Doritos: Now for the fun part! Dip each stuffed chicken breast into the beaten eggs, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then, roll the chicken in the crushed Doritos chips. Press the chips firmly onto the chicken to ensure they stick, giving that fantastic crispy texture when baked.
Bake to Perfection: Carefully place the coated chicken breasts in your prepared baking dish. Slide it into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the Doritos coating is golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
Serve and Enjoy!: Once baked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. This helps the juices settle, making each bite tender and flavorful. Serve it hot, and get ready for rave reviews!
Nutrition
Serving Size: 1 stuffed chicken breast
Calories: 450kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 140mg
