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Bacon & Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers

This Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken is the ultimate comfort food with a fun, flavorful twist. Juicy chicken breasts are filled with a creamy bacon and cheese mixture, coated in crushed Doritos for a crunchy, cheesy crust, and then baked to perfection. It’s a bold, indulgent dish that’s easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family. Serve it with a side salad, mashed potatoes, or roasted veggies for a meal that’s bursting with flavor and texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup cooked bacon crumbled
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to slice all the way through. Stuff each pocket with the cream cheese mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
  4. Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with milk, and one with crushed Doritos.
  5. Dredge each stuffed chicken breast in the flour, dip in the egg mixture, and then coat thoroughly with the crushed Doritos. Press the coating onto the chicken to help it adhere.
  6. Place the coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the coating is golden and crispy.
  7. Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Remove toothpicks if used, then slice and enjoy!

Notes

    • Use different Doritos flavors like Cool Ranch or Spicy Nacho for a fun variation.
    • For extra crispiness, spray the coated chicken lightly with cooking spray before baking.
    • To make it spicier, add chopped jalapeños to the cream cheese filling.
    • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
    • Pair this dish with ranch dressing, honey mustard, or buffalo sauce for dipping.

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