Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken
This Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken is a flavor-packed dish where juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a creamy bacon and cheese filling, coated in crunchy Doritos crumbs, and baked to golden perfection. A fun and indulgent twist on a classic chicken dinner!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Serves 4
- For the chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup (250 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (60 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup (50 g) cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- For the coating:
- 2 cups (120 g) crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
- 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the filling:
- In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff the chicken:
- Using a sharp knife, carefully slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through.
- Fill each pocket with the cream cheese mixture and secure the edges with toothpicks if necessary.
- Coat the chicken:
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Doritos.
- Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in the flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, and then coat it thoroughly with the crushed Doritos.
- Bake the chicken:
- Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the coating is crispy and golden.
- Serve:
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pair with a side salad, steamed vegetables, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use flavored cream cheese (like jalapeño or herb) for an extra flavor kick.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) to maintain crispiness.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the cream cheese mixture or use Spicy Nacho Doritos for coating.