Cream Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken is a bold twist on classic baked chicken, marrying crunch, creaminess, and smoky flavor in one irresistible bite. This family-friendly dish is perfect for busy weeknights or game-day spreads.
Crushed Doritos create a crisp, cheesy crust, while the inside surprises with a rich filling of cream cheese and savory bacon. It’s comfort food with attitude, ready in just 35 minutes.
Bold Bites Begin Here: Key Ingredients for Cream Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken
- Chicken breasts – Boneless and skinless, they serve as the perfect canvas for stuffing and stay juicy when baked.
- Cream cheese – Softened for easy mixing, it creates a velvety, rich center that balances the dish’s crunch.
- Bacon – Cooked and crumbled, it brings smoky, salty depth to the filling that pairs beautifully with the creaminess.
- Crushed Doritos chips – These cheesy chips provide the ultimate crispy, flavor-packed crust with a fun, nostalgic twist.
- Eggs – Beaten to help the crushed chips stick and form a crunchy, golden coating during baking.
Let’s Get Crunchy: How to Make Cream Cheese & Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken
Start by blending softened cream cheese with crispy bacon bits until well combined and spreadable. Butterfly each chicken breast to create a pocket, then generously stuff with the cheesy bacon filling.
Dip each stuffed breast into the beaten eggs, letting the excess drip off, then coat them completely in crushed Doritos for that unmistakable crunch.
Place the coated chicken into a greased baking dish and bake at 375°F for about 25–30 minutes. When the crust is golden and the chicken is fully cooked through, it’s ready to serve. Let it rest briefly before slicing to keep all the creamy goodness inside.
Extra Crunch: Tips & Tasty Variations
For extra sealing power, use toothpicks to hold the stuffed chicken breasts closed while baking—just remember to remove them before serving. Craving heat? Add diced jalapeños to the cream cheese mixture or choose spicy nacho Doritos for a kick.
For a lighter version, swap in low-fat cream cheese or plain Greek yogurt. Want to make it gluten-free? Use certified gluten-free chips. Pair it with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables to balance the richness, or go all-in with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped green onions on top.
Keep It Crispy: How to Store Leftovers
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To bring back that irresistible crisp, reheat in a toaster oven or skillet over medium heat rather than the microwave. Avoid freezing this dish, as the Doritos coating can become soggy when thawed.
Cream Cheese and Bacon Stuffed Doritos Chicken
Ingredients
- 4 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup crushed Doritos chips
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large eggs beaten
- Salt and black pepper to preference
- Optional: chopped green onions
- Optional: sour cream
- 4 slices cooked bacon crumbled
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish with a light coating of olive oil.
- In a medium mixing bowl, blend together the softened cream cheese and crumbled bacon until uniformly combined.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully butterfly each chicken breast to create a cavity for stuffing, then season each with salt and pepper.
- Generously fill each chicken breast with the cream cheese mixture, pressing the edges together to secure the filling.
- Dip each stuffed breast into the beaten eggs, letting any excess drip off before coating completely in crushed Doritos.
- Arrange the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the coating has turned crisp and golden.
- Allow to cool briefly before serving.
