Gorgonzola Stuffed Chicken Breasts Wrapped in Bacon
Indulge in the ultimate fusion of rich flavors with this Gorgonzola Stuffed Chicken Breasts Wrapped in Bacon recipe! Juicy, boneless chicken breasts are delicately stuffed with a creamy blend of tangy gorgonzola cheese, garlic, and fresh parsley, then seasoned to perfection. Each chicken breast is wrapped in crispy bacon, adding a smoky, savory layer that crisps beautifully in the oven after a quick sear. Perfectly tender and bursting with flavor, this dish is a show-stopping centerpiece for any dinner party or weeknight meal. Ready in under an hour, it pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a refreshing green salad, making it as versatile as it is irresistible. Search no further for a gourmet yet accessible recipe that will elevate your cooking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 120 grams Gorgonzola cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 pieces Bacon strips
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 pieces Toothpicks
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or non-stick spray.
Using a sharp knife, make a horizontal pocket in each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
In a small bowl, mix the gorgonzola cheese, garlic powder, and chopped parsley until evenly combined.
Stuff each chicken breast pocket with about 30 grams of the gorgonzola mixture. Press the edges of the chicken to seal the filling inside.
Season the outside of each chicken breast with salt and black pepper.
Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with 2 strips of bacon, covering as much of the surface as possible. Secure the bacon in place with toothpicks, if necessary.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Sear the wrapped chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until the bacon begins to crisp. Be careful not to fully cook the chicken at this point — this step is just to render some of the fat from the bacon.
Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish and place them in the preheated oven.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F). This ensures the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.
Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the toothpicks, if used.
Serve the chicken breasts hot, with your choice of side dishes like roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.3 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.8 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 769 mg | 256% | |
| Sodium | 4423 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.7 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 265.9 g | 532% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 745 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2219 mg | 47% | |
*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.
