Delicious Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken in the Air Fryer

Learn how to make juicy and flavorful bacon-wrapped stuffed chicken breasts in the air fryer. This recipe combines tender chicken breasts filled with a creamy cheese and spinach mixture, then wrapped in crispy bacon and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. It's a delicious and impressive dish that's perfect for a special weeknight dinner or entertaining guests. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 slices of bacon
• 1 cup of cream cheese
• 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup of chopped spinach
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Using a sharp knife, butterfly each chicken breast by cutting it in half horizontally, but not all the way through, so that it opens like a book.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, chopped spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
4. Spread about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture evenly onto one side of each chicken breast. Fold the other half of the chicken breast over the filling, pressing gently to seal.
5. Wrap 2 slices of bacon tightly around each chicken breast, securing them with toothpicks if necessary.
6. Place the bacon-wrapped stuffed chicken breasts into the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
7. Cook the chicken in the air fryer for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. You can check the doneness with a meat thermometer, which should read at least 165°F (74°C).
8. Carefully remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve the bacon-wrapped stuffed chicken breasts with your choice of sides and enjoy!

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