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Bacon Wrapped Cheese Stuffed Chicken

Chicken thighs stuffed with cheese and cooked with bacon. Enjoy this hearty main meal with a simple side dish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 427 kcal
Course: Others
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4-6 chicken thighs skinless and butterflied for stuffing
  • 1 jar Ragu Homestyle Thick & Hearty Traditional Pasta Sauce
  • 4-6 slices Monterey Jack cheese
  • 8-12 bacon slices

Instructions

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  1. Line a plate with parchment paper and for each serving place 1 heaping tablespoon of pasta sauce on the prepared parchment lined plate. Place in the freezer for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Place bacon slices on a foil lined baking sheet and put in a cold oven. Turn oven to 425 degrees and cook bacon for 10 minutes or until half cooked. Remove from oven and carefully place each piece on paper towels to drain grease.
  3. Season chicken with salt and pepper to taste. Assemble chicken by placing a piece of cheese and frozen pasta sauce in the middle of the chicken thigh (if pieces are small use two for each serving). Gently roll and secure with toothpicks if necessary. Carefully wrap 2-3 slices of bacon around chicken and secure with toothpicks.
  4. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
  5. Place wrapped chicken in an oven proof skillet (cast iron) over medium-high heat and cook rotating the chicken so the bacon is cooked evenly.
  6. Place skillet in oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Serve immediately and don't forget to remove the toothpicks!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1thigh Calories 427kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 43g (86%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 15g Cholesterol 185mg (62%) Sodium 968mg (40%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 427

% Daily Value*

Serving 1thigh
Calories 427kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 43g 86%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15g 88%
Cholesterol 185mg 62%
Sodium 968mg 40%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.