Air Fryer Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
• 115 g cream cheese (at room temperature)
• 1 taza fresh spinach (finely chopped)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)
• 6 rebanadas bacon

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the chopped spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well until all the ingredients are incorporated.

2. 2

   Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, make a lengthwise cut along the side of each breast to create a pocket, being careful not to cut all the way through the other side.

3. 3

   Season the outside and inside of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Generously fill each chicken pocket with the prepared cream cheese and spinach mixture.

5. 5

   Wrap each stuffed chicken breast with 3 slices of bacon, making sure to cover most of the surface to seal in the filling. If necessary, use toothpicks to secure the bacon.

6. 6

   Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F) for 3-5 minutes.

7. 7

   Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch so the air can circulate properly.

8. 8

   Cook at 190°C (375°F) for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 74°C (165°F).

9. 9

   Remove from the air fryer and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

You can substitute chopped broccoli or mushrooms for the spinach. If you do not have an air fryer, bake at 200°C for 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition per serving

• main course
• air fryer
• chicken
• keto
• low-carb
• quick dinner
• healthy