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Four Cheese Bacon Stuffed Smothered Chicken Casserole

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This casserole combines creamy cheese, crispy bacon, and tender chicken into a comforting dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 pieces thin boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pound thinner if needed.
  • 12 slices bacon 6 cooked and chopped for the filling + 6 for topping.
  • 8 oz softened cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 6 oz condensed cream of chicken or cream of mushroom soup Use mushroom for earthier flavor.
  • 1/2 piece onion, chopped Plus 1 tablespoon minced onion for filling.
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 piece red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Italian bread crumbs
  • 1 piece egg, beaten
  • Olive oil for cooking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook 12 slices of bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels and chop; reserve half for the filling and half for topping.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon melted butter, the chopped red bell pepper, and 1/2 chopped onion. Sauté for about 3 minutes until slightly softened, then remove from heat and set aside.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, 1 tablespoon minced onion, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 teaspoons lemon juice until smooth. Stir in half the chopped bacon and the sautéed onion/pepper mixture.
  5. Lay the thin chicken breasts on a clean surface. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture onto each breast and spread into a thin, even layer. Roll each breast tightly and secure with toothpicks if needed.
Assembly
  1. Place the rolls seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  2. In a separate small bowl, combine the remaining shredded cheeses (cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella), the remaining chopped bacon, the 1/2 can cream soup, 1/4 cup water, beaten egg, and Italian breadcrumbs. Spread or spoon this smothering mixture evenly over the chicken rolls.
Baking
  1. Bake at 350°F for 30–40 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F in the thickest part and the top is bubbly and golden.
  2. Remove toothpicks before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 900mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

For a crisp topping, broil for the last 2–3 minutes. This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or a crisp salad.
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