🥓 Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast – Full Recipe (Air Fryer)
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4):
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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8 slices of bacon (2 per breast)
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar
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1/4 cup chopped spinach, cooked broccoli, or sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp paprika
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Toothpicks to secure (if needed)

🔥 Instructions:
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Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them lengthwise (not all the way through). Open them up like a book.
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Season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
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In a small bowl, mix cream cheese + shredded cheese + optional veggies.
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Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese filling. Close and press edges together.
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Wrap each breast with 2 slices of bacon, overlapping slightly. Secure with toothpicks if needed.
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
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Place stuffed chicken breasts in the air fryer basket (don’t overcrowd).
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Air fry for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until:
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Bacon is crispy
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Chicken is cooked through (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C)
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Let rest 5 minutes, then slice and serve! 🔥
💡 Tips:
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Want it extra golden? Broil in the air fryer for the last 2–3 minutes.
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Add a spoonful of ranch or buffalo sauce inside the filling for a fun twist!
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Perfect with a side of roasted veggies, salad, or mashed potatoes.