Chicken breasts stuffed with cheese

4 servings

30 minutes

Cheese-stuffed chicken breasts are a delightful dish of Italian cuisine that combines tender chicken fillet, aromatic cheese filling, and crispy bacon. The recipe's origins trace back to the tradition of stuffing meat with various ingredients for rich flavor. This version uses a combination of two types of cheese—mozzarella and cheddar—which create an appetizing stretchy texture with a hint of mustard's spiciness when baked. Bacon adds a crunchy crust and rich aroma, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. This dish is perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, served with vegetables, greens, and light wine. Simple to prepare yet exquisite in taste, it is sure to win the hearts of gourmets and lovers of Italian cuisine.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 404.7
• Proteins: 57.7g
• Fats: 19.4g
• Carbohydrates: 0.4g

Ingredients

• Chicken fillet: 4 pc
• Smoked bacon: 8 pc
• Dijon mustard: 1.5 tbsp
• Mozzarella cheese: 125 g
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Cheddar cheese: 50 g
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Mix the cheese with mustard.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mozzarella cheese: 125 g
   • Cheddar cheese: 50 g
   • Dijon mustard: 1.5 tablespoon

2. Salt and pepper the chicken breasts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Make a large incision in the chicken breasts and stuff the chicken with a cheese-mustard mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken fillet: 4 pieces

4. Wrap each chicken breast in two slices of bacon (not too tightly, but enough to hold the chicken).

   Required ingredients:

   • Smoked bacon: 8 pieces

5. Place in a heatproof container and put in an oven preheated to 200 degrees for 20 minutes.