Description
A savory, cheesy, and flavorful dish, this Cheddar Bacon Ranch Stuffed Chicken features tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy mixture of shredded cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch dressing. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese mixture.
- Secure the pockets with toothpicks.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer, you can use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon for a lighter option.
- For extra flavor, top the chicken with more shredded cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes