Crab Stuffed Chicken Breast Wrapped In Bacon
Are you looking for a delicious and impressive dish to serve at your next dinner party? Look no further than crab stuffed chicken breast wrapped in bacon. With its combination of juicy chicken, savory crab, and crispy bacon, this dish is sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.
Ingredients
To make crab stuffed chicken breast wrapped in bacon, you will need the following ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 ounces lump crabmeat
- 4 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Most of these ingredients can be found at your local grocery store. If you have trouble finding lump crabmeat, you can substitute another type of crabmeat or even use canned crabmeat.
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make the perfect crab stuffed chicken breast wrapped in bacon:
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Drain any excess liquid from the lump crabmeat and add it to the bowl with the mayonnaise mixture. Mix until well combined.
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken to an even thickness.
- Spoon a generous amount of the crab mixture onto each chicken breast and spread it evenly over the surface.
- Carefully roll up each chicken breast, tucking in the ends as you go.
- Wrap a slice of bacon around each chicken breast and secure it with toothpicks or kitchen twine.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove the toothpicks or twine before serving.
Tips and Variations
Here are a few tips and variations to help you make the perfect crab stuffed chicken breast wrapped in bacon:
- If you don't have a meat mallet or rolling pin, you can use a heavy skillet to pound the chicken.
- To make this dish even more flavorful, you can add some chopped herbs or spices to the crab mixture, such as parsley, thyme, or cayenne pepper.
- If you're short on time, you can skip the bacon wrap and simply bake the chicken breasts with the crab mixture on top.
- If crab isn't your thing, you can substitute another type of seafood, such as shrimp or scallops.
Conclusion
Crab stuffed chicken breast wrapped in bacon is a tasty and impressive dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of juicy chicken, savory crab, and crispy bacon, it's sure to become a new favorite in your household. Plus, it's easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your personal tastes.
