Description
These bold Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken recipes are packed with flavor, crunch, and creamy goodness. Each chicken breast is filled with a cheesy bacon stuffing and coated in crushed nacho cheese Doritos, creating a crispy, golden crust. Perfect for dinner, parties, or meal prep.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups crushed nacho cheese Doritos
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
Slice a pocket into each chicken breast using a sharp knife.
In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bacon, and spices. Mix well.
Stuff mixture into chicken breasts and secure with toothpicks.
Set up dredging station with 3 bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and crushed Doritos.
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in eggs, and coat in Doritos.
Place coated chicken in the baking dish and spray with cooking spray.
Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use flavored cream cheese for variation (jalapeño or garlic).
Swap bacon with turkey bacon or sautéed mushrooms.
Air fryer option: Cook at 375°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Pairs well with rice, roasted vegetables, or creamy potatoes.
Freeze after baking for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American