Delicious Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Ricotta

This bacon-wrapped chicken stuffed with spinach and ricotta is a perfect dish for any occasion. The juicy chicken breasts are filled with a flavorful mixture of sautéed spinach and creamy ricotta cheese, then wrapped with crispy bacon for added savoriness. It's an elegant, yet simple recipe that will surely impress your guests. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 slices of bacon
• 2 cups of fresh spinach
• 1 cup of ricotta cheese
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
3. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach and ricotta cheese. Stir well to mix.
5. Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and make a horizontal slit in each breast, creating a pocket for the filling.
6. Divide the spinach and ricotta mixture equally and stuff each chicken breast with it.
7. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, to taste.
8. Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, making sure to cover the entire breast.
9. Secure the bacon with toothpicks if needed.
10. Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
11. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
12. Serve the bacon-wrapped chicken stuffed with spinach and ricotta with your choice of side dish.
13. Enjoy!

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