Description
This Cheesy Garlic Bacon Ranch Stuffed Chicken recipe combines creamy cheese, smoky bacon, and tangy ranch seasoning inside tender chicken breasts. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is bursting with flavor and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
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- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create pockets, being careful not to slice all the way through.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mozzarella, bacon, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese mixture and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken on both sides until golden brown.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Equipment

Hybrid Nonstick Frying Pan, 12-Inch, Stay-Cool Handle
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Notes
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- Ensure the chicken breasts are evenly thick for consistent cooking.
- Prepare the filling ahead of time to save time on busy days.
- Use toothpicks to secure the chicken and prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: ~350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Stuffed Chicken, Bacon Ranch Chicken, Cheesy Stuffed Chicken, Weeknight Dinner, Easy Chicken Recipe