I’ve been making this at least once a week for the past month! I can’t seem to keep it in the house.
This recipe takes your classic chicken dinner to a whole new level of flavor with a delightful surprise inside! Creamy and cheesy filling with a touch of savory bacon is encased in juicy chicken breasts, all wrapped in a vibrant Doritos crust.
Here’s a breakdown of the ingredients (in a table) and instructions on how to make this fun and delicious Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken:
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts | 4 |
| Cream Cheese (softened) | 1 cup |
| Cooked Bacon (crumbled) | ½ cup |
| Shredded Mozzarella Cheese | 1 cup |
| Nacho Cheese Doritos (crushed) | 2 cups |
| All-Purpose Flour | 1 cup |
| Eggs (beaten) | 2 large |
| Milk | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt and Pepper | To taste |
| Olive Oil | 2 tablespoons |
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven and Prepare Chicken: Turn on your oven and preheat it to 375°F (190°C). Using a sharp knife, carefully create a pocket in the side of each chicken breast. Make sure you don’t cut all the way through.
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Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
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Stuff the Chicken: Take the prepared cream cheese filling and spoon it into each chicken breast pocket. Distribute the filling evenly and use toothpicks to secure the pocket openings if needed.
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Set Up Breading Stations: Prepare three shallow bowls for breading. In the first bowl, place the all-purpose flour. In the second bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs and milk. In the third bowl, add the crushed Doritos.
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Bread the Chicken: Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in the flour first, shaking off any excess. Then, dip it into the egg mixture, ensuring complete coating. Finally, roll the chicken in the crushed Doritos, pressing the crumbs firmly onto the surface to create a good coating.
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Sear and Bake the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the breaded chicken breasts and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
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Transfer and Bake Until Cooked Through: After searing, transfer the skillet with the chicken breasts to your preheated oven. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the filling is hot and bubbly.
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Serve and Enjoy: Take the skillet out of the oven and remove the toothpicks from the chicken. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This resting time allows the juices to redistribute for a more flavorful and tender chicken breast. Enjoy this delightful combination of creamy cheese, savory bacon, and crunchy Doritos!
