Description
Doritos Stuffed Chicken is the ultimate comfort food! Juicy chicken breasts are filled with creamy cheese, coated in crushed Doritos for a crispy, flavorful crust, then baked to perfection. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. Try this easy, fun, and crunchy chicken recipe today!
Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
– 2 large eggs, beaten
– 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
– Cooking spray or a little olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast without cutting all the way through.
4. Stuff each chicken breast with the cheese mixture.
5. Set up a dredging station: one plate with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with crushed Doritos.
6. Coat each stuffed chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then press into Doritos until fully coated.
7. Place chicken in the prepared baking dish. Lightly spray with cooking spray or drizzle with olive oil.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and coating is crispy.
9. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
– Try using different Doritos flavors for fun variations.
– Add chopped jalapeños to the filling for extra heat.
– Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through.
– Great served with a side salad, roasted veggies, or mashed potatoes.
– Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to keep the coating crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Doritos Stuffed Chicken