Description
Indulge in the zesty flavors of Pepperjack Pepper Chicken, a delightful dish featuring tender chicken breasts stuffed with spicy pepper jack cheese and infused with a bourbon kick. Perfect for a cozy dinner or impressing guests!
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup bourbon
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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3. In a bowl, mix together the pepper jack cheese, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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5. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the cheese mixture.
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7. Season the outside of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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9. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear each chicken breast until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes on each side.
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11. Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and pour the bourbon over the top.
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13. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
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15. Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños to the cheese mixture.
Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, pepper jack, bourbon, stuffed chicken