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cheddar stuffed, bacon-wrapped chicken breasts

Recipe by
Amy H.
Detroit, MI

Fun Fact: The first bacon factory opened in 1770!

yield 1 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For cheddar stuffed, bacon-wrapped chicken breasts

  • 6
    boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 6 oz
    shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 md
    diced onion
  • 12 slice
    bacon, partially cooked (reserve 2 tbsp. drippings)
  • salt and pepper to taste

How To Make cheddar stuffed, bacon-wrapped chicken breasts

  • 1
    Pound out Chicken breast so it is about 1/4″ thick. Salt & pepper chicken to taste.
  • 2
    Partially cook bacon in skillet over medium high heat until just cooked but not crispy. Set aside bacon. Reserve 2 Tbsp. drippings.
  • 3
    Saute onions in pan drippings until tender.
  • 4
    sprinkle cheddar cheese and sauteed onion on chicken.
  • 5
    Roll chicken breast up in a way so as to hide the cheese and onions.
  • 6
    Wrap partially cooked bacon around chicken breast. Secure with toothpicks.
  • 7
    Place chicken on a rack and bake in a 375 degree oven for 30 minutes.
  • 8
    Serve!
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