Chicken Breast with Cheese and Bacon
Ingredients: chicken breast feta cheese rosemary garlic pepper no more salt added because feta cheese is salty, as is the bacon
This recipe for chicken breast stuffed with feta cheese and wrapped in bacon is a perfect choice for a savory and flavorful dinner. We start by preparing the necessary ingredients. Make sure you have on hand a fresh chicken breast, quality feta cheese, slices of bacon, fresh garlic, rosemary, black pepper, and of course, some toothpicks to secure the bacon.
To create the pocket in the chicken breast, use a sharp knife to make a cut on one side, being careful not to cut all the way through, so that you have a cavity large enough to add the feta cheese. Once you have the pocket ready, fill it with crumbled feta cheese. This will add a creamy and salty note to the dish, perfectly complementing the juicy chicken meat.
After you have filled the chicken breast, wrap it with the slices of bacon, making sure to cover the entire surface well. The bacon will provide a crispy and flavorful crust, turning every bite into a delicious experience. Use the toothpicks to secure the edges of the bacon so that it does not unravel during baking.
Prepare a heat-resistant dish and place the stuffed chicken breast inside. Add a few sprigs of fresh rosemary, which will infuse the dish with an unmistakable aroma. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper and add a few garlic cloves, either chopped or whole, to provide an intense flavor.
Preheat the oven to a high temperature, around 200-220 degrees Celsius. Once the oven has reached the desired temperature, place the dish with the chicken breast inside and let it bake for 40-50 minutes. During this time, the bacon will brown beautifully, becoming crispy, and the chicken breast will become tender and juicy. It is important to check from time to time to ensure everything is going according to plan.
Finally, when the chicken breast is ready, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This step is essential to allow the juices to redistribute, so that each serving is full of flavor. Serve with a side of grilled vegetables or a fresh salad for a perfect contrast. This recipe will surely become one of the family favorites, being both delicious and easy to prepare!
