Bacon Cheese Stuffed Chicken Recipe

Ingredients for Bacon Cheese Stuffed Chicken

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
• Mozzarella Cheese
• 8 slices bacon, crumbled
• 2 large eggs
• Italian Breadcrumbs
• Olive Oil
• Ragu Hearty Robusto Pasta Sauce
• Chicken Broth
• Linguine

How to Make Bacon Cheese Stuffed Chicken

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Pound each breast to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet.
3. Top each chicken breast with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 2 slices of bacon, crumbled.
4. Roll up each chicken breast tightly and secure with two wooden toothpicks.
5. In a shallow dish, whisk 2 large eggs. In another shallow dish, combine 1 cup breadcrumbs.
6. Dip each chicken roll in the egg, then dredge in the breadcrumbs, ensuring it's fully coated.
7. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken rolls on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
8. Pour 1 cup of your favorite ragu pasta sauce and 1/2 cup chicken broth into the skillet.
9. Bring to a simmer, then transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
11. Meanwhile, cook 1 pound linguine according to package directions.
12. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before removing the toothpicks.
13. Serve the chicken over the hot linguine, spooning the creamy ragu sauce over the top.
14. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or basil, if desired.