OMG you guys, I have the most amazing recipe to share with you today! This Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken is seriously next-level delicious. I’m talking crispy Doritos coating on the outside, with cream cheese, gooey melted cheddar, and crumbled bacon stuffed inside juicy chicken breasts. My family went absolutely crazy for this one!
I know stuffed chicken can seem a little intimidating, but I promise this recipe is totally doable. I’ve broken it down into simple steps that anyone can follow. And the results? Totally worth it! Let me show you how it’s done…
What You’ll Need
Let’s gather our ingredients (I bet you have most of these already!):
- 4 chicken breasts (grab the bigger ones – they’re easier to stuff!)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup crushed Doritos (I used Nacho Cheese, but use your fave!)
- 2 eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Making the Magic Happen
First up, preheat that oven to 375°F. We want it nice and hot when our chicken goes in!
Now for the fun part – let’s stuff these beauties! I’ve found the easiest way is to:
- Cut a little pocket in each chicken breast. Just be careful not to cut all the way through
- Mix up your filling: combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and crumbled bacon
- Stuff each chicken pocket with a generous amount of the cheese mixture
The coating is where the magic really happens in this recipe! Here’s what I do:
- Grab two shallow bowls – one for beaten eggs and one for crushed Doritos
- Dip each stuffed chicken breast first in egg mixture, then coat with Doritos
- Pop them in your preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes
My Secret Tips:
- Pat your chicken dry before cutting the pocket – it makes it so much easier!
- Let the cream cheese come completely to room temp for easier mixing
- Don’t skip seasoning the inside of the chicken with salt and pepper
- If your chicken breasts are super thick, give them a little pounding
Storage Tips:
These will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. To reheat, pop them in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes.
Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken
A show-stopping chicken dish that combines creamy filling with a crunchy coating.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Filling:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
For the Coating:
- 1 cup crushed Doritos chips
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Create a pocket in each chicken breast: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut horizontally through the thickest part, leaving about 1/2 inch connected.
- Season chicken breasts inside and out with salt and pepper.
- Prepare filling: Mix softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and crumbled bacon until well combined.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese mixture. Press edges together to seal.
- Set up coating station: Place beaten eggs in one shallow dish and crushed Doritos in another.
- Dip each stuffed breast first in beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with crushed Doritos.
- Place coated chicken in prepared baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Storage Instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
- Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through
Notes:
- Allow cream cheese to fully soften for easier mixing
- Crush Doritos finely but not into powder
- Pat chicken dry before cutting pockets
- Secure with toothpicks if needed
