Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast with Herb Butter

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Chicken breasts filled with herbed cream cheese, wrapped in bacon, and baked until golden with a rich herb butter finish. This american-inspired chicken (high-protein) ready in about 37 minutes pairs softened cream cheese, finely chopped fresh parsley, chopped fresh thyme for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 478 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 22 min Serves 2 American cuisine 478 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken halves dry, then spoon 1 tbsp cream cheese mixture (1 oz cream cheese + 1 tsp parsley + 1/2 tsp thyme) into each cut pocket.
  2. Step 2: Wrap each chicken breast with 2 bacon slices, securing with toothpicks if needed, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  3. Step 3: Brush with 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp garlic powder.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 20-22 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally and bacon is crisp.
  5. Step 5: While baking, melt butter in a small bowl and stir in remaining 1 tbsp parsley and 1/2 tsp thyme. Drizzle over chicken after baking and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast with Herb Butter take to make?

Total time is about 37 minutes (15 min prep + 22 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast with Herb Butter?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep softened cream cheese from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast with Herb Butter?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast with Herb Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast with Herb Butter high-protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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