This air fryer Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe is the trifecta of low carb culinary perfection: chicken, bacon and a delightful cheesy spinach filling! It's a great keto air fryer recipe for everyone. Show
What Makes This Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken So Dang Good?If it's one thing I love, it's bacon and wrapping everything in bacon. Bacon is one of those ingredients that can be added to a dish and it always seems to make it better. Of course, not all dishes, but pretty close. This Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken recipe is no different. They quickly moved to the next level when I decided to wrap them in bacon. They're now one of my favorite dinners to make. The crispy bacon on these Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breasts pairs well with the soft, juicy chicken. The flavor combination, all the way around with this dish, is perfection. Did I mention this dish is keto-friendly? I know, it surprises me when dishes that are this good can be included on a diet. However, keto is all about good fats and a level portion of protein for the day. Keto is set up to burn fat, not carbohydrates, which is why it's so effective at removing inches and weight. I absolutely love bacon. I use it a LOT. Like in this keto bacon chicken popper dip recipe, or in the keto cauliflower bacon mac and cheese. Bacon pairs so well with this chicken dish that it makes me love it even more. I have to say, I make a lot of dishes that include wrapping the dish in bacon. However, I would have to say that this Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken recipe is one of my favorites and takes very little effort to throw together. Can you make Chicken Breast in the Air Fryer?So it's not the easiest thing to get right in an air fryer. That's because chicken breast is lean to start with, and to get a good result in the air fryer, you have to have a little fat on or in the food. You can very easily overcook chicken breast in the airfryer. I find that two things help with keeping it from overdrying
Chicken breast in the air fryer is not that easy to make without making dry chicken. But in this recipe, the bacon bastes that chicken breast so you get a much better result. Definitely one of those fancy dishes that aren't really fancy as far as time is concerned. I have no doubt you'll enjoy it as much as I do. How To Make Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken
Tips And Tricks For Making Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken
How To Butterfly A Chicken Breast?Now before we get into how to butterfly a chicken breast for this Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken recipe, let's cover exactly what that means and why it's beneficial. Butterflying is where you split a chicken breast (or other meat) in half horizontally. Sometimes you cut the piece of chicken entirely in half, and other times you simply cut most of the way through and then open it up like a book. This technique is commonly used to make the chicken thinner, resulting in a more uniform thickness that allows the meat to cook more evenly. This is also ideal for stuffing, as it allows you to easily spread the filling across the flat surface and then roll it up for cooking. Now here is how it's done:
That's it! It really is that simple! Looking For More Great Air Fryer Recipes To Go With Your Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken? Check These Out!
Trust me, the sooner you start making this Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken recipe the better because you're absolutely going to love it! Make sure to share this recipe with your friends on Pinterest and Facebook so they can enjoy it as well! This Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken recipe is the trifecta of low carb culinary perfection: chicken, bacon and a delightful cheesy spinach filling! Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Course: Main Courses Cuisine: American Keyword: Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Bacon Wrapped Stuffed Chicken Breasts, Chicken Breast Recipes, Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts Servings: 4 Calories: 357kcal Click on highlighted ingredients or Equipment to see exactly what I use to make this recipe
Calories: 357kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 23g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g Follow @twosleevers and Pin it! Other Recipes to Try
And don't forget to check out my air fryer cookbooks! Every day easy air fryer, and Air Fryer Revolution. Can you cook chicken breast from frozen in an air fryer?There's no need to thaw the chicken, just toss it in your air fryer straight out of the freezer. It's a quick and easy way to cook juicy chicken breasts!
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