Indulge in the savory flavors of feta cheese and crispy bacon stuffed inside tender chicken breasts. This delicious recipe combines the richness of feta cheese with the smokiness of bacon to create a mouthwatering dish. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner. Serve it with your favorite side dishes for a complete and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, dried oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Make a small slit on the side of each chicken breast to create a pocket. Be careful not to cut through the other side.
- Stuff each chicken breast pocket with the feta cheese mixture.
- Wrap 2 slices of bacon around each stuffed chicken breast, securing with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the stuffed chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bacon is crispy.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the toothpicks before serving.
- Season with salt to taste.
- Serve the feta cheese and bacon stuffed chicken breasts with your favorite side dishes.
- Enjoy!
