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Keto Stuffed Chicken Breast

Chicken breasts stuffed with crispy bacon, creamy goat cheese, and fresh basil leaves. Baked in the oven, then topped with a balsamic glaze.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 337kcal
Author Anne Clark

Equipment

  • Sharp kitchen knife
  • measuring cup
  • measuring spoon
  • oven-safe skillet
  • small sauce pan

Ingredients

  • 4 large, boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • salt and pepper (a light sprinkling of each)
  • 6 strips of bacon, cooked & crumbled
  • 4 ounces goat cheese, divided into 4 equal portions
  • 6 fresh basil leaves, chopped, divided into 4 equal portions
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or coconut oil
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375F.  Pound the chicken to ½-inch thickness. Sprinkle both sides with salt and pepper. 
  • Add ¼ of the bacon, ¼ of the goat cheese, and ¼ of the chopped basil leaves on one side of the chicken breast. Fold the other half of the chicken breast over, then secure with a toothpick if desired. Repeat with the remaining breasts.
  • In a large oven-safe skillet add the olive oil. Heat to medium-high, then sear each side of the chicken breast.  Place the skillet in the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches 165F. Remove the skillet from the oven, and set aside to cool.
  • For the glaze, place the balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.  Simmer the vinegar, stirring occasionally, until it's reduced by ⅓ and starts to form a syrup-like consistency.
  • To serve, place the chicken on a plate and drizzle glaze on top. Serve with your choice of side dish -- a green salad or steamed broccoli goes well with this, and you can drizzle some of the glaze over the side too.

Notes

Leftovers will stay fresh for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.  Store in airtight containers. 

Nutrition

Serving: 14.4oz | Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 442mg | Potassium: 511mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 363IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg