A dish stuffed and wrapped in Tuscany roasted bacon sounds delicious! Here’s a way to prepare a stuffed and bacon-wrapped option:Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast:
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 slices Tuscany roasted bacon (or any thick-cut bacon)
- Filling of your choice (options below)
Filling Options:
Option 1: Spinach and Cheese Filling
- 1 cup chopped spinach (fresh or thawed frozen)
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Option 2: Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Filling
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (drained if packed in oil)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness. Season each breast with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Filling:
- For either filling option, mix the respective ingredients together in a bowl.
- Stuff the Chicken:
- Spoon the filling mixture onto each chicken breast, dividing it evenly among them.
- Roll up each chicken breast, enclosing the filling, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Wrap with Bacon:
- Wrap two slices of Tuscany roasted bacon around each stuffed chicken breast, securing the ends with toothpicks to hold the bacon in place.
- Sear and Bake:
- Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts seam-side down into the skillet and sear for a few minutes until the bacon starts to brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
- Rest and Serve:
- Remove the bacon-wrapped stuffed chicken breasts from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Remove the toothpicks before serving.
- Enjoy:
- Serve these delectable bacon-wrapped stuffed chicken breasts as a savory and flavorful main course!
Feel free to modify the filling ingredients to suit your preferences or add herbs and spices for extra flavor. This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad.
