A nice slightly warm and gooey mozzarella sounds perfect also! What if I dont have cream cheese (or any of the reasonable cottage cheese/yogurt) substitutes? Carefully debone the thigh and then pound lightly. Cut lengthwise into 1/8-inch thick strips then into 1-inch lengths. Smoky Jalapeno Popper Mac and Cheese Sprinkle garlic and onion rub over the chicken. Janet, Monterey Jack (sometimes shortened simply to Jack cheese) is an American semihard cheese, customarily pale yellow or white, made using cows milk. I tried this but should change instructions above from baking sheet to baking dish. Husband doesnt really like chicken, but added some roasted fake jalapeo peppers and they really made the recipe pop! . . He is over there moaning. I can imagine this with a nice stuffed chop! This chicken will make a great Thanksgiving meal because it is special but still easy to make! Thank you for sharing! You cant go wrong with this recipe. My granddaughter is a goat cheese fanatic. To bad your print doesnt work. It totally helped secure in the cheese! Also, love the Franciscan appleware, Hi Beth, thanks for your comments. Whole Chicken. Use the back of the spoon to press the filling mixture into each half of the cleaned out peppers and then press the pepper halves back together. Big hit all 3 of my kids kept asking for more! Cut the sheet in half (refer to the image below) and roll each half, starting from the bottom, making sure to roll it tightly. Great to make them together for her. 2023 Warner Bros. Susie Bulloch founded Hey Grill Hey in 2015 with one desire: To help people make better BBQ. cream cheese, cut up some provolone cheese and half the amount of motzerella and did a yellow onion, and bacon. ! Instructions. I make this anyways but use my fried onions, mushrooms and green pepper and seal with an egg and then roll in shake and bake, really good and everyone loves it. Anything wrapped in bacon is great in our book. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and place a cooling rack on top. Will also try! Best thing is to use a quick read thermometer and make sure your chicken is 165 degrees (dont test the middle because that is where the cheese will be.). Wrap 1 to 2 slices of bacon around the chicken breast, secure with a toothpick, if needed. My husband just ordered this for dinner. Have you tried our delicious Bacon Wrapped Mozzarella Sticks? Thanks for sharing. Smoke at 250 for 45 minutes to an hour. HELP!! I drool over them just like you do. I dont know what this is in reference to exactly, but probably a dried hot and spicy version of a jalapeno. 3.Spread the cheese mixture on one side of each chicken breast and place other chicken half on top so the chicken breast is "back . Rolling up a chicken breast sometimes takes a little practice and the chicken needs to be pretty flat, but not too flat or it breaks through. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, jalapeno, bacon, and Sweet Rub. A different size is fine, as long as the bacon isn't too crowded together, which will prevent it from crisping well. However mozzarella doesnt have a lot of flavor so the whole thing might be a little bland. Please try again. One of our favorites! To date she has created over 550 recipes that millions of people cook every month, making Hey Grill Hey a name synonymous with amazing BBQ. Ive found that most chicken recipes also work good with boneless pork chops. This recipe is OLD!! Top each piece with large dollops of cream cheese. Next, sprinkle shredded cheese and crumbled bacon over the top of the cream cheese. Hence the addition of jalapenos. I caramelized an onion and then added some fresh minced garlic and sauted it for a few minutes and added it to my cream cheese mixture. I think there are a zillion combinations! (If you cant buy pepper jack where you live, any favorite meltable cheese works.) Put 1/4 of this mixture into the middle of each piece of chicken. Thank you! You are welcome Bridget. With seasoned potatoes baked an an nice salad. Spread the cream cheese evenly over the dough. Amount is based on available nutrient data. Very good recipe I added spinach artichoke and mushrooms to it and used provolone cheese turned out very nice will be making this again ..,maybe with more modifications. If you skip the brown sugar in the rub, this recipe is keto friendly! These parcels are nice with mozzarella chese. If you use mozzarella then I recommend you baste the chicken breasts with chili sauce or some favorite sauce at the end while broiling the bacon. Insert the probe horizontally into one of the chicken breasts. If you describe how they turned out, someone may be able to help. While there are a handful of steps, dont be intimidated. We always serve it with cooked rice and use the soup to put over the rice. Air fryer bacon wrapped potatoes. Line a 15x10x1-in. Wrap chicken with 2 slices of bacon, tucking the loose ends under the chicken. What a delicious meal!! Thank you! Mix cream cheese with mozzarella, everything bagel seasoning and kosher salt. Press the Air Crisp function and heat at 375 for 20 minutes. Just a FYI They now make BACON FLAVORED cream cheese, among other wonderful flavors no need to add anything extra unless you want to! It is also really easy to do, just takes a little time and several steps. Nothing like sweet and savory !!! Using a baking sheet in an oven will keep the bacon straight . Preheat an outdoor grill to 400 degrees F. Season and wrap the chicken in bacon as directed. To assemble the chicken, cut the bacon into thin strips and sprinkle with garlic powder. What did you end up doing? 12 to 24 ? Thanks again for a great recipe! So of course I was a little afraid to try this but he love it. Denise, I am sure they were tasty too. Chris was in charge of wrapping the bacon. Work in the garlic, bacon, jalapeo, lime juice, cilantro, 2 teaspoons of Cajun rub, and the hot sauce. Hi, Im making this right now. Subscribe to our email newsletter to get a FREE Meat Temperature Guide and never miss a new recipe or deal! Thanks for sharing! Thank you for being a part of my blog! Made it super simple. Ha! Rave reviews from everyone. I am going to check out the recipe in Danas book! I recently use the base of a water glass because I was visiting friends and we didnt have a meat mallet! Adjust oven temperature and broil on high 2-5 minutes on each side until bacon becomes crisp. I am going to try that next time! Thanks for taking the time to help us all with these numbers! Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Top each piece of chicken with 1 teaspoon cream cheese and 1/4 teaspoon chopped jalapeno. Hi Cae, you are so right! What I mean is, a big list of things that can be mixed to make the stuffing, a list of things to cover the stuffed chicken, and things to drizzle over it, list of Condiments or garnishes to serve alongside? After mixing the ingredients together you say put 1/4 of it on the chicken with no comment about left overs. Do you have a picture? Yes, this is entirely possible. This recipe What a surprise!! . Roll and cut. Feta,and spinach they wrapped in As for the melting out of the cheese you are right, and securing the ends with a toothpick helps! A bit shy of 2,500 calories. I had some left over dried beef that needed used up, so I included that in the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and green onion filling. I am making these this weekend! It was delicious! I will definitely make this again. Please use the print button on the Recipe Card. I hope you enjoy! Thanks for sharing, let me know how it turns out. Cheddar-Jack varieties are also available. Instructions. What do you do to add spinach and what other cheese besides the pepper jack with that? Any pointers? Secure the bacon with a skewer/toothpick. Its the first time Ive stuffed chicken. I hadnt heard that saying! Firebyrd, Prosciutto and Fontina Stuffed Chicken Breasts, "Pungent fresh sage and basil join salty prosciutto to perfectly complement full-flavored Fontina cheese. Enuf said. Wasnt sure about chives maybe?? Grill over indirect fire with the grill closed. 2023 Just A Pinch Recipe Club, LLC. of chicken usually equals one large chicken breast cut in half. Said he could eat this once a week. SEE MORE >>. Set a wired rack into a baking dish. 2 (16 ounce) packages sliced bacon Directions Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). But good none the less. However, I rarely hold raw ingredients as I prep and bake immediately in most cases. But instead cheese I mix chopped mushrooms with mashed garlic and butter. Wish me luck! Mix together softened cream cheese, chopped green onion, and pepper jack cheese. Boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 4 - 4-ounce pieces So that its easy for having guests over and so forth. 1 boneless skinless chicken breast 2 tablespoons cream cheese 1 tablespoon green onion, Chopped 2 pieces bacon, Partially Cooked directions Pound out Chicken breast so it is about 1/4" thick. is there an alternative please. I make this wrap with a little Mayo The size really depends on the size you want your rolled up chicken to end up. Have a blessed weekend! Thank you! Defiantly will make again. teaspoon kosher salt 12 slices thin bacon 3 tablespoons sweet garlic and onion rub Instructions Prepare a grill fire to 325 using hickory or pecan for smoke flavor. This was a huge hit and super quick to make! When I buy chicken breasts they are usually the size of my hand or a large mans hand. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. It was delicious then, still delicious now!! There are four equal sized pieces of chicken. Then, fill the peppers with the cream cheese and shredded cheese. To cook chicken in the oven - prepare as directed above. Wrap Jalapeno Chicken in Bacon Roll chicken and place seam side down. Slice chicken breasts horizontally, without going all the way through. What exactly is broil?does that mean in the oven?if so what temperature do I put it on?thanks. Then broil. Been making this for well over 30 years!! Lona, one of my favorite things about this recipe is just exactly what you did used what you had and turned this main dish into something worth moaning for! Bacon wrapped chicken breast with cream cheese, green onions & pepper jack recipe: It doesnt say how much of each type of cheese to use, how long to cook it or at what temperature? I recommend cooking on a roasting rack above a baking sheet so the fat can drip down and not saturate the bottom of your chicken. Pepper Jack Cheese is Monteray Jack with jalapenos in it. Place the Air Crisp lid onto the Ninja Foodi. It's then slow smoked for maximum flavor and basted with homemade BBQ sauce for a jalapeno popper like you've never had before. Its wonderful. Cut chicken into 4 equal size pieces. 4 Grill on medium-low heat until bacon is brown and crispy (35-45 minutes). Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast. I cant wait to try this. She told me how to fix it. Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Chicken is the food that dreams are made of. Bacon wrapped chicken thighs stuffed with jalapeos and cream cheese. Im a mom to two small children, so I dont always have a lot of time to fuss over a recipe, and I was surprised how quickly these came together. Hi Rochelle, you are so right! One piece of bacon wrapped around each breast is enough. Both of you suggestions sound wonderful. Remove ads. Turn each breast over and broil for another 3 minutes or so to crisp up the bottom side. Love it! Goat cheese is so good and I havent tapped into it like I should. In a small bowl, add the cream cheese, and shredded cheese, and stir to combine. I now roll the ends tightly and use a toothpick to hold it in place. Remove from grill and rest about 5 minutes. Thanks for sharing. Powered by American Hometown Media, Inc. This turned out amazing! Thanks! Please feel free to send a recipe or two my way as I would love to see and share your work! Hi Gordon, thanks for the info on using Gouda. Try putting a jalapeos in the chicken breast and cream cheese then wrap with bacon. No worries, this is a very adaptable recipe add what you like, leave out the rest! This sounds awesome but I would like to know the carb. I will share them when I update the recipe! Spread about 1/4 cup cream cheese mixture over each chicken breast. Wrap partially cooked bacon around chicken breast and secure with toothpick. They were terrific! Place 8 ounces cream cheese in a large bowl and let sit out at room temperature to soften while you heat the oven and prep the peppers. Making these tonight. In my experience cream cheese cannot be frozen. Bacon Wrapped Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast Yield: 4 large servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes An easy, but elegant main dish! We have a plethora of jalapeno popper recipes on the site to satisfy any and all appetites. Delicious! Since I dont keep chives readily on hand this makes things so much easier. I made this and it was good. I cant wait to taste this and I cant wait to try the suggestions in the comments section. bacon, mmmm delicious. Spread about 1-2 tablespoons of cream cheese on a chicken breast and dot with about of the butter. I bought it at an auction for an unbelievable cheap price! I hope this helps! That way, I can take it from there. I just prepared this. Then wrap with bacon. Prep the jalapenos. But it is a good idea. Looking for all the tasty jalapeno popper recipes? It works in this recipe! As a result, several features will be disabled. They looked more like tacos. Thanks for taking time to comment. Added salt, pepper and poultry seasoning to the cheese mixture. I put onions and the red yellow and orange peppers in mine bc they are sweeter and I also add crushed crackers you will probably need to use toothpicks to hold them together but it is amazing. Brush with BBQ sauce on both sides during the last few minutes. Instead of pepper cheese I used butter and cream cheese. My new favorite dinner entree. Marilyn, thank you for all these great options. Ill give it a try too. Hi Stacy, No I dont think you are doing anything wrong. Im sure it will taste ask the same tho. This one is my favourite, Thank you for taking time to leave a comment, Chris. I'd like to receive the free email course. This adds a little smokiness and sweetness to the inside of the popper itself. We put a few cans of cream of chicken soup in with it. Susie and her husband Todd run a family business that includes a line of signature BBQ rubs, sauces, and gadgets. The bacon does not crisp up as much as this one but it is still good. Thank you so much for posting this recipe! Bake in a preheated 375 degree oven or grill for 50-55 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 160 degrees F. For the final few minutes of cooking, place the bacon wrapped breasts under the broiler to give them a nice brown. Is this a dish i can use as a pre prepped meal? Wrap partially cooked bacon around chicken breast and secure with toothpick. The bacon becomes crisp & u dont need to use the broiler I hated pounding the chicken. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . Definitely a family favorite!! These are small and good for a small appetite but not for most men! Thanks for sharing this delicious recipe . Wow Whitney that sounds fantastic! We had stuffed mushrooms, roasted potatoes and corn on the cob. Yes, these can be frozen and cooked later. Jo, at the bottom of the blog post, is the recipe, written in recipe form with all the details. Hi Holly! I modified it slightly. Sounds terrific Lynn! No problem. as a recipe creator that is a thing close to my heart. This jalapeno popper chicken is completely packed full of ingredients and flavor, and its perfect for tailgating, dinner, game day, and so much more. I know they will be great. Thanks for sharing! My husband doesnt like chicken at all. Im wondering if there a typo in the recipe? I have warmed up a leftover a few days later and it was great. Grease grates of grill. How d I u keep the cheese from melting out? Make sure to take the toothpicks out before serving! Must have been reading without my brain engaged. I got it from Facebook with no credit to the author. Place on grill for about 30 minutes at 375 (F). I cook these in a convection oven at 350 for about 20 minutes instead of on a grill and get perfectly crispy bacon without pre-frying it. However, I have done this with a rice medley and a broccoli and cheese casserole. Thanks for sharing your results Jeanne. Blessings. I ended up just getting the cream cheese, but I will definitely keep this in mind for the future, in case I get into a jam again. The whole thing comes together quite easily: I make my jalapeno popper stuffed chicken in my smoker, but if you dont have one you can absolutely use an oven or a regular gas or charcoal grill. Incredible! Close the breasts back up and wrap it with bacon. Mix together cream cheese and green onions and spread cheese mixture over 1 side of chicken breast. I just made this tonight and all my cream cheese came out.. My husband said ummm, very, very good. I make this for my husband at least once a month. Line up the bacon and bake until it is done (about 15-20 min). Linda, good idea on the canned green chilies. It also called for a base of uncooked rice, can of chicken broth and the chicken placed on top. Once. Remove the thighs from the marinade, fold in half and wrap with a slice of bacon. Thanks for sharing! Combine cream cheese, 1/4 cup of Cheddar cheese, green onions . Your changes/additions sound yummy! I am hoping it will still taste good. and i cant wait to try this recipe it sounds yummy. https://www.bigoven.com/recipe/bacon-wrapped-cream-cheese-stuffed-chicken-breasts/498902, Get Detailed Nutrition Facts on Any Recipe. My husband and I first had a dish similar to this at a restaurant called Pork Bellys in his small hometown. I excluded the onions because noone in my picky little family likes them. This looks delish! Did you make the stuffed chicken? Then bake them right from the freezer. Yum! You can freeze them. jalapenos for the spicy spirit would be great. I always give credit to the originator of a recipe when I know it. pepper jack, bacon, cheddar cheese, bacon fat, sourdough bread and 1 more Grilled Brats with Onion Relish Pork beer, thyme leaves, bacon, bratwurst, bread and butter pickles and 3 more Grill chicken over high heat and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Store chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Neil, wonderful recipe to make your own! Freshly baked content from the creators at Much easier! When I got the recipe via Facebook there was no calorie count and I try to keep an everything in moderation lifestyle, which includes a bacon wrapped chicken breast from time to time! In your oven, make sure the bacon fat has somewhere to go. Everything is wrapped in another tasty ingredient, and it all works together beautifully. But for my filling i fry up bacon and poor the cooked bacon and a little grease in to the cream cheese and mix it together. Pepperjack is Monterey Jack with jalapeno peppers mixed in. It gets nice and crisp while the chicken stays tender and juice. Pound chicken into inch thickness using a meat mallet. I baked in the oven as it was too windy to grill. I am not certain if all the stars aligned or what, but when I discovered wrapping things in bacon completely changes a regular meal for the better, I knew I had to step up my baked chicken. So many options! * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Using a mallet pound breasts into even thickness, about 1/2 inch. Jackie, please tell us how they turned out. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Usually 8 pieces at a time, use an entire pack of cream cheese cut into 8 equal pieces, add roasted red peppers and chopped shallots works well with asparagus wrapped inside as well:) I add uncooked rice to pan first with can of chicken or veggie broth, chicken on top, cover and bake Excellent!! Preheat your oven to 375 and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Bought everything going to try it tonight. Oh, this all sounds wonderful. i loved it. Prepare a grill for indirect grilling and heat to medium-high heat. Thank you! Because of this, its best to use frozen cream cheese in casseroles, baked dishes and dips and pick a cream cheese that has a higher fat content. 2.Combine the cheeses, mayonnaise, artichoke hearts and minced garlic in a bowl and mix well. I made in my Ninja Grill on Bake setting and turned halfway over to get the bacon crisp. Itll be even faster the next time I make them. Am I doing something wrong? Please let me know what you think! Pecan or hickory are great for adding smoke flavor. count on this recipe. Turn on half of your burners and then cook the chicken on the half where the burners are off. 1.Butterfly the chicken breasts and gently pound until " thick, keeping the chicken halves equal in size. This is a whole nother level. Sweet chili sauce really does take this recipe over the top! I have some bacon I want to get used up hum? What would you serve with this? Thanks for sharing! You can also make day before, cover well in refrig and then bake just before serving dinner. Thank you Linda, so glad it was a success. Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a8d6297258b0ac2a4e642a5ef84cdbda" );document.getElementById("aac37a34e0").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I make a variation of this recipe with Mozzarella and Gruyere cheeses rather than the pepperjack as we love the creaminess. If you are looking for a family favorite meal to change up the dinner routine, this Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken is just the ticket. This looks phenomenal, I know what were having for dinner!! The technique and skills you learn will bring your backyard cookouts to a new level. ! Use a sharp knife to cut into inch slices. Joanne this sounds really divine. You can find out more about our use, change your default settings, and withdraw your consent at any time with effect for the future by visiting Cookies Settings, which can also be found in the footer of the site. Ill give it a try! Thanks for sharing. LOVED IT i added red pepper instead of jalapeos and i loved it. Preheat your grill for two-zone or indirect cooking at 400 degrees F. Season the chicken breast.