Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Cooking spray or oil for baking/frying

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven or Pan:
   • Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C)
   • Stove: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat
2. Make the Filling:
   • Mix cream cheese, mozzarella, and bacon in a bowl until creamy.
3. Cut Chicken Pockets:
   • Slice a pocket into each chicken breast (don’t cut all the way through).
4. Stuff the Chicken:
   • Spoon the cheese-bacon filling into each pocket.
   • Secure with toothpicks if needed.
5. Set Up Breading Stations:
   • Dish 1: Flour
   • Dish 2: Beaten eggs
   • Dish 3: Crushed Doritos + garlic powder, paprika, salt & pepper
6. Coat the Chicken:
   • Dredge each piece in flour, dip in egg, then press into Doritos mix to coat fully.
7. Cook the Chicken:
   • Oven-bake: Place on greased baking sheet, bake 25–30 mins, until crispy and internal temp hits 165°F (74°C).
   • Pan-fry: Cook 5–7 mins per side in hot oil, until golden and cooked through.

Tips:

• Use spicy Doritos for extra kick!
• Serve with ranch or sour cream dip
• Let rest 5 mins before cutting so the filling stays inside