Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Roasted Jalapeño Cheese Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Chicken recipe! Tender, juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a creamy, cheesy mixture of roasted jalapeños, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar, bringing just the right amount of smoky heat to each bite. Wrapped in flavorful, crispy bacon and seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika, this dish delivers bold, savory flavors sure to impress. With its golden bacon exterior and gooey, melty interior, this recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a comforting weeknight meal. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a crowd-pleasing dish that's as easy to prepare as it is stunning to plate. Ideal for keto-friendly and low-carb diets, this stuffed chicken masterpiece will have everyone at the table reaching for seconds!
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Place the jalapeños on the lined baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil. Roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway through, until the skins are slightly charred.
Remove the jalapeños from the oven and let them cool. Once cooled, remove the stems, seeds, and skins, then finely chop them.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, roasted jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and set aside.
Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to slice all the way through.
Spoon the cheese and jalapeño mixture evenly into the pockets of the chicken breasts, pressing gently to close them. You may use toothpicks to secure the openings if necessary.
Wrap two strips of bacon tightly around each stuffed chicken breast, covering as much of the surface as possible. Tuck the ends of the bacon under the chicken or secure with toothpicks.
Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts on the baking sheet, seam-side down, and bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy. An instant-read thermometer should read 165°F (74°C) when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken.
For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Remove any toothpicks, if used.
Serve the roasted jalapeno cheese stuffed bacon wrapped chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Calories |
2515 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 142.1 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.3 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 898 mg | 299% | |
| Sodium | 5059 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 277.1 g | 554% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1031 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2639 mg | 56% | |
*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.