Bacon, Tomato, and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast

This Bacon, Tomato, and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe is a flavorful and savory dish that will impress your family and guests. The combination of crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and melted cheese inside tender chicken breast is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 slices of bacon
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Using a sharp knife, make a pocket in each chicken breast by cutting horizontally through the middle, being careful not to cut all the way through.
3. Stuff each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, a few tomato slices, and a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese.
4. Secure the opening of the chicken breast with toothpicks to hold the stuffing in place.
5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Season the stuffed chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
7. Transfer the seared chicken breasts to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove the toothpicks before serving.
9. Serve the Bacon, Tomato, and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast hot with your favorite side dishes.

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