Gouda Stuffed Chicken Wrapped in Bacon

Ingredients

• 4 oz smoked gouda cheeseNutrition
• 3 tbsps butterNutrition
• 1/2 tsp garlic powderNutrition
• 1/4 tsp paprikaNutrition
• 1/2 tsp black pepperNutrition
• 1/4 tsp cayenneNutrition
• 4 breasts, bone and skin removed chicken breastNutrition
• 4 thick slices packed 12/lb baconNutrition

Directions

1. 1Pre-heat oven to 350° F (175° C).
2. 2Flatten chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness. Combine pepper, garlic powder, paprika and the cayenne together in a small bowl and spread evenly on both sides of the chicken breasts. (This can be rather spicy, if in doubt, use about half of the spice mixture.) Salt to taste.
3. 3Cut the gouda cheese into small peices and place 1 oz of cheese on each chicken breast. Press down firmly and roll the chicken from the narrow end. Wrap each roll in a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
4. 4Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken rolls evenly until the bacon starts to get crisp.
5. 5Place the chicken rolls into a baking dish and bake at 350° F (175° C) for 20 minutes. Remove toothpicks prior to serving.

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