Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breasts

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat to 375°F (190°C).

2. Make the Filling:
   Mix cream cheese, cheddar, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.

3. Prepare Chicken Breasts:
   Slice each breast horizontally to create a pocket—do not cut all the way through.

4. Stuff the Chicken:
   Fill each pocket with the cheese mixture.

5. Wrap with Bacon:
   Wrap each stuffed breast with 2 bacon slices. Secure with toothpicks if needed.

6. Sear the Chicken:
   Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
   Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until bacon is golden.

7. Bake:
   Transfer the skillet to the oven.
   Bake 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and juices run clear.

8. Rest & Serve:
   Let rest a few minutes before serving.
   Remove toothpicks and enjoy!

🍽️ Tips:

• Use thick-cut bacon for extra crispiness.

• Add chopped spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the filling for variation.

• If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer to a baking dish after searing.