Description
Cheesy Bacon Chicken Pinwheels are a savory and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, and crispy bacon. Perfectly rolled and golden-brown, these pinwheels are a hit for any occasion, from family dinners to parties. Quick to prepare, they deliver a delicious, cheesy experience in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Prepare the Chicken: Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fill the Chicken: Spread an even layer of the cream cheese mixture over each chicken breast. Carefully roll up the chicken tightly, securing the filling inside.
- Secure the Pinwheels: Use toothpicks to secure the chicken rolls, ensuring they stay rolled up during cooking.
- Cook the Pinwheels: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the chicken pinwheels seam-side down in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer to the Oven: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the toothpicks and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the level of seasoning to suit your taste.
- You can substitute the cheddar cheese with mozzarella or a cheese blend for a different flavor.
- If you don’t have a meat mallet, you can use a rolling pin or the back of a pan to flatten the chicken.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking, Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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