St George’s Chicken Parcels

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 12

St George's Chicken Parcels for a mouthwatering dinner

by The Chefin Poultry

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
	4 ounces sage derby cheese , cut into 4 equal pieces
	fresh ground black pepper
	8 slices bacon or 8 slices streaky bacon
	2 tablespoons butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

475

Sugar

Fat

29g

St George's Chicken Parcels is a delicious recipe that brings together the flavors of chicken, cheese and bacon. Named after the patron saint of England, this dish is perfect for a celebratory meal or a weekend dinner with family and friends. The chicken breast is stuffed with sage derby cheese and wrapped in bacon to create a juicy and flavorful dish. It is served with your favorite sides, making it a complete meal that is sure to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2.	Take each chicken breast and slice into a pocket about 3/4 of the way through the breast. Stuff the pocket with a piece of cheese and sprinkle with black pepper.
3.	Wrap 2 slices of bacon around each stuffed chicken breast, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
4.	Melt the butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until the bacon is browned.
5.	Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

The combination of chicken, cheese and bacon creates a delicious flavor and the recipe is very easy to follow.

This recipe is perfect for when you want to create a special dinner for family or friends.

CONS

Bacon, although delicious, is high in calories and saturated fat.
This recipe may not be suitable for people with high cholesterol or heart disease.

Cooking time may vary depending on the size of the chicken breasts used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of lean protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue.
Cheese, although high in saturated fat and calories, is rich in calcium and phosphorus, which helps build strong bones.
Bacon, being high in cholesterol and saturated fat, should be consumed in moderation. It is rich in protein, iron and zinc.