Creamy Bacon-Stuffed Doritos Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
Chicken filled with creamy cheese and bacon, coated in crushed Doritos and baked until crispy and golden.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Components
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and chopped
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1 cup cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
→ Coating and Assembly
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2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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Nonstick cooking spray
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with nonstick spray.
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In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, chopped turkey bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until mixture is smooth.
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Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, ensuring the opposite side remains intact.
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Spoon the cream cheese mixture into each chicken breast pocket. Secure the opening with toothpicks if necessary to hold the filling in place.
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Arrange three shallow bowls: place all-purpose flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and crushed Doritos in the third.
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Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, dip in the beaten eggs, and fully coat with crushed Doritos, pressing gently to adhere.
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Place coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray.
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Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the Doritos coating is golden and crisp.
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Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove toothpicks before plating.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling. Substitute regular bacon if preferred. Check internal temperature of chicken to ensure it reaches 165°F. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.