Bacon Wrapped Chicken and Cheese

Bacon wrapped chicken and cheese combines tender chicken breasts with a rich cheese and herb filling, all wrapped in crispy bacon. This dish offers a delightful blend of textures and flavours, making it perfect for special occasions or a comforting meal at home.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Servings People

Ingredients

4 large chicken breasts
200 g cheese cheddar, mozzarella etc.
1 tbsp fresh thyme or your favourite herb
16 rashers streaky bacon
salt to taste
pepper to taste
Olive oil for brushing

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6.
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of cling film and flatten them using a rolling pin or meat mallet until they are about 1cm thick.
4 large chicken breasts
Lay the flattened chicken breasts on a clean surface, slightly overlapping to form a larger rectangle.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
salt, pepper
Evenly sprinkle the cheese over the chicken, followed by the herbs.
200 g cheese, 1 tbsp fresh thyme
Carefully roll the chicken breasts into a tight roll, starting from one end and rolling to the other, ensuring the cheese and herbs are well-enclosed.
Lay the bacon rashers out on a chopping board, slightly overlapping.
16 rashers streaky bacon
Place the chicken roll at one end of the bacon and wrap it tightly, ensuring the bacon covers the entire chicken roll.
Place the bacon-wrapped chicken roll in a baking dish or on a baking tray lined with foil.
Brush the bacon lightly with olive oil to help it crisp up.
Olive oil
Bake in the preheated oven for 35–40 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the chicken is cooked through.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into portions.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

- Serve the bacon wrapped chicken and cheese with roasted vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and Brussels sprouts for a hearty meal.
- A fresh green salad with a tangy vinaigrette can provide a light and refreshing contrast to the rich flavours of the dish.
- Mashed potatoes or creamy polenta would also pair beautifully, offering a smooth, comforting base to complement the crispy bacon and tender chicken.

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