Feta Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Feta Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Chicken Breasts. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a savory blend of crispy bacon, tangy feta cheese, fragrant garlic, and fresh parsley, creating a flavor-packed bite in every slice. Seared to golden perfection and finished in the oven, these stuffed chicken breasts boast a perfectly juicy interior and a lightly crisp exterior. Sprinkled with paprika and complemented by a touch of olive oil for added richness, this dish is as visually enticing as it is delicious. Ready in just under an hour, this keto-friendly, protein-packed recipe is perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself to restaurant-quality comfort food at home. Whether served with a fresh side salad, roasted vegetables, or buttery mashed potatoes, this dish guarantees a show-stopping meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 120 grams feta cheese
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
In a small bowl, mix the crumbled bacon, feta cheese, minced garlic, and chopped parsley until well combined.
Using a sharp knife, slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
Stuff each chicken breast with an equal amount of the feta-bacon mixture, then secure the opening with toothpicks to ensure the filling stays inside while cooking.
Brush the outside of each chicken breast with olive oil, then sprinkle with paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly on all sides.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and sear the stuffed chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove the toothpicks before serving, and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and enjoying.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1877 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.3 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.0 g | 155% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 710 mg | 237% | |
| Sodium | 4782 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 242.6 g | 485% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 691 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 388 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
