Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
Step 2: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, parsley, and melted butter until well mixed.
Step 3: Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
Step 4: Slice each chicken breast carefully to create a pocket for the filling.
Step 5: Stuff the chicken breasts generously with the garlic Parmesan cheese mixture.
Step 6: Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, securing the ends underneath the chicken.
Step 7: Arrange the wrapped chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
Step 8: Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the bacon becomes crispy and golden.
Step 9: For extra crispiness, broil the chicken for 2 to 3 minutes at the end of baking.
Step 10: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Storage and Reheating Tips
Store leftover Bacon Garlic Parmesan Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through to help maintain the crispy bacon texture.
You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave, though the bacon may soften slightly.
Freeze cooked chicken in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months and thaw overnight before reheating.
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