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
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- 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.
- Stuff each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, a few tomato slices, and a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Secure the opening of the chicken breast with toothpicks to hold the stuffing in place.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 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.
- 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.
- Remove the toothpicks before serving.
- Serve the Bacon, Tomato, and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast hot with your favorite side dishes.
