Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Bacon Cream Cheese Cheddar Chicken, a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features succulent chicken breasts generously stuffed with a creamy filling of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon bits. Wrapped in flavorful bacon strips and baked to perfection, each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors. Accompanying this main course are two equally enticing recipes: a creamy Bacon Cream Cheese Dip, perfect for dipping your favorite snacks or spreading on crackers, and a refreshing Cucumber Salad with a tangy dressing, providing a light and crisp contrast to the richness of the chicken. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BACON & CHEDDAR CHICKEN
Cheese and bacon don't usually come "light." But this tasty recipe keeps the fat and calories low and flavor high. This family friendly chicken bacon recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger group. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings., Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In same pan, brown chicken in drippings over medium heat, 3-4 minutes per side. Brush with 1/3 cup barbecue sauce. Transfer to oven; bake 8 minutes., Spoon remaining sauce over chicken; sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Bake until cheese is melted and a thermometer reads 165°, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 41g protein.
CHEDDAR BACON CHICKEN
It's tempting to seek out new flavors when baking chicken, but then again, with bacon, barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese so easy to grab from the fridge, why linger in doubt? Pull out this combination the next time you get the "what's for dinner" text. -Brenda Coleman, Jackson, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Dip both sides of chicken in teriyaki sauce; place on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 13-18 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Spread barbecue sauce over chicken; top with bacon and cheese. Return to the oven and bake for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 38g protein.
STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH BACON AND CREAM CHEESE
A tasty mixture of cream cheese, Cheddar, and cilantro adds delicious flavor to bacon-stuffed chicken breasts.
Provided by Shaydon
Categories Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet and a baking pan with foil.
- Lay bacon strips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place bacon in the preheated oven and cook until browned and crisp, about 15 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and chop. Keep the oven on.
- Slice chicken breasts horizontally, without going all the way through.
- Combine cream cheese, 1/4 cup of Cheddar cheese, green onions, and cilantro in a bowl. Add chopped bacon and mix to combine.
- Open chicken breasts at the hinge point and spread cream cheese mixture in a thin layer over each one. Close and transfer to the prepared baking pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Top with remaining Cheddar and bake until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 10 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 163.8 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 45.1 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 843.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. This is especially true for the bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breasts can quickly become dry and tough if they are overcooked. Cook them until they are just cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Use a large skillet. This will give the chicken plenty of room to cook evenly and prevent it from overcrowding.
- Season the chicken generously. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make this dish. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or seasonings.
Conclusion:
Bacon Cream Cheese Cheddar Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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