Cream Cheese Bacon Doritos Chicken (Print Version)
Tender chicken with creamy bacon filling and a bold Doritos crust. Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup (225 g) cream cheese, softened
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0.5 cup (75 g) cooked bacon, crumbled
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1 cup (110 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Coating and Binding
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2 cups (100 g) nacho cheese-flavored Doritos, finely crushed
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1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 tablespoon (15 ml) milk
→ Seasoning and Cooking
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C. Use a sharp knife to slice a pocket into the side of each chicken breast, taking care not to cut through completely.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled bacon, and shredded mozzarella. Season the mixture with salt and pepper according to preference.
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Generously spoon the cheese mixture into each chicken pocket, distributing evenly. Secure the open edges with toothpicks to keep the filling enclosed.
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Arrange three shallow bowls: Place the crushed Doritos in the first, flour in the second, and whisked eggs with milk in the third.
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Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess. Dip entirely into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with crushed Doritos, pressing to adhere.
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In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Sear breaded chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
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Transfer skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked through and the filling is bubbling.
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Remove toothpicks and let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving hot.
# Notes:
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Chilling the stuffed chicken in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before breading can help the filling hold its shape during cooking.