Description
Creamy, crispy cream cheese and bacon stuffed doritos chicken brings comfort and excitement to dinner tables. Crunchy doritos coating and rich filling create an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)
Cheese and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese (softened, e.g., Philadelphia)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
Coating and Seasoning:
- 2 cups crushed Doritos (any flavor)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- fresh parsley (chopped, optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Arrange the oven rack in the center position and warm to 375°F. Protect a baking sheet with parchment paper or apply a light coating of cooking spray.
- Carefully slice a deep pocket into the thick side of each chicken breast, maintaining an intact outer edge to hold the filling securely.
- Blend the softened cream cheese with shredded cheddar, incorporating crumbled bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until the mixture becomes uniformly smooth and well-integrated.
- Gently stuff each chicken breast pocket with the prepared cheese and bacon mixture, carefully pressing the edges to create a complete seal and prevent leakage during cooking.
- Create a three-stage breading station: spread flour in the first dish, whisk eggs in the second, and crush Doritos into fine crumbs in the third. Methodically coat each stuffed chicken breast; first dusting with flour, then dipping in egg, and finally pressing into the Doritos crumbs to ensure complete coverage.
- Arrange the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining space between each piece. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the exterior transforms into a golden, crispy shell.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes. Optionally garnish with finely chopped parsley and serve immediately to preserve the optimal texture and temperature.
Notes
- Elevate your chicken game with this indulgent, crispy-meets-creamy masterpiece that transforms boring chicken into a flavor explosion.
- Create a perfectly sealed pocket without cutting through the chicken by using a sharp knife and gentle, precise movements.
- Ensure even coating by using a three-stage breading process, pressing Doritos crumbs firmly to maximize crunchiness and flavor.
- Check chicken doneness by using a meat thermometer—internal temperature should reach 165°F for safe consumption.
- Pro tip: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking to help retain moisture and allow cheese filling to settle.
- Customize flavor profile by experimenting with different Doritos flavors like Nacho Cheese, Cool Ranch, or Spicy Nacho.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg