Description

This Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken is the ultimate comfort food! Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a creamy, cheesy bacon filling, then coated in crunchy Doritos for a bold and delicious crust. It’s crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and packed with flavor!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Coating:

2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos (about 2 handfuls)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons milk

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Instructions

Preheat Oven & Prep Chicken:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
Make the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Stuff the Chicken:
- Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
- Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture into each pocket. Use toothpicks to secure the edges if needed.
Coat the Chicken:
- Set up a breading station:
  - Bowl 1: Flour
  - Bowl 2: Beaten eggs + milk
  - Bowl 3: Crushed Doritos
- Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat it well with crushed Doritos, pressing gently so they stick.
Bake the Chicken:
- Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Serve & Enjoy:
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with a side of ranch dressing, sour cream, or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor!

Notes

Try using different flavors of Doritos for a fun twist! Spicy Sweet Chili or Cool Ranch work great.
Air fryer option: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Make it extra cheesy by adding a sprinkle of Parmesan to the Doritos coating.