Gorgonzola-Stuffed Chicken Breasts Wrapped in Bacon

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray an 8x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a slit into the thick side of each chicken breast, creating a pocket about 2 inches long and 1 1/2 inches deep. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, mash together the Gorgonzola cheese, minced parsley, minced shallot, and minced garlic. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Divide the Gorgonzola mixture evenly and carefully fill each chicken breast pocket. Ensure the filling is snug but not overflowing. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Wrap 2 slices of applewood smoked bacon around each stuffed chicken breast, overlapping the edges slightly. Secure the bacon with wooden toothpicks to prevent it from unraveling during baking. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 35 mins Bake in the preheated oven until the bacon is browned and crispy, and the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside, approximately 35 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a breast should read at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C). (35 minutes)

Recipe View Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful chicken breast.