This recipe combines the heat of jalapenos with the creamy goodness of cream cheese and cheddar, all stuffed inside a juicy chicken breast. It's a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 jalapenos, seeded and diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the cream cheese mixture.
- In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each stuffed chicken breast into the beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
- Place chicken breasts on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and breadcrumbs are golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Jalapenos are a good source of vitamins A and C, as well as capsaicin, which may have metabolism-boosting properties.
Cream cheese and cheddar cheese add richness and creaminess to the dish, balancing out the heat of the jalapenos.
This dish can be customized to suit your spice preferences by adjusting the amount of jalapenos used.