Maple-Bacon Stuffed Chicken Breast

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Stuffed with smoky bacon and maple, making it the best weeknight protein that's ready in 30 minutes. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, smoked bacon, maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally to create a pocket, then pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix crumbled bacon, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Spoon 2 tbsp filling into each chicken pocket and secure with toothpicks.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then sear for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Transfer skillet to a preheated 400°F oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internally. Let rest 5 minutes before serving to retain juices.

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