Cream Cheese Turkey Bacon Doritos (Print-Friendly Version)
Chicken stuffed with cream cheese, turkey bacon and cheddar, wrapped in a crunchy Doritos coating.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Filling
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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6 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
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1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Chicken
08 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Coating
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 eggs, beaten
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2 cups Nacho Cheese Doritos, crushed
→ Finishing
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Non-stick cooking spray or a small amount of oil
# How to Make It:
01 -
Set oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and apply a light coat of non-stick cooking spray.
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Create a pocket in each chicken breast by carefully slicing horizontally along one side, ensuring not to cut all the way through.
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Combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled turkey bacon, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Blend until evenly incorporated.
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Spoon the cheese and bacon mixture evenly into each chicken pocket and press gently to seal. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
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Arrange three shallow bowls: one containing flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos.
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Individually dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, coat in beaten egg, and then press into the crushed Doritos until fully covered.
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Transfer coated chicken pieces to the prepared baking sheet. Lightly mist the tops with cooking spray. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the coating is crisp and golden.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Allow cooked chicken to rest for 5 minutes before slicing to help retain juices and improve presentation.