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Jalapeno Chicken II

Name: Jalapeno Chicken II
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 165 min
Ingredients: 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/4 inch thickness; 1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian dressing; 3 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded; 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 6 slices bacon; toothpicks

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Stuffed jalapeno peppers are wrapped in marinated chicken breasts. Tasty bacon seals the deal!

Recipe by Cristi Morgan Haskins

Updated on August 8, 2022

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Prep Time:

25 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 45 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 servings

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Ingredients

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to 1/4 inch thickness
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian dressing
3 fresh jalapeno peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
6 slices bacon
toothpicks

Directions

Place chicken breasts in a dish with the Italian dressing. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours.
Preheat the grill for high heat.
Stuff each jalapeno half with cream cheese. Roll chicken breasts around jalapeno peppers. Wrap each chicken breast with a slice of bacon. Secure with toothpicks.
Lightly oil the grill grate. Arrange wrapped chicken breasts on the prepared grill. Cook for 20 minutes, turning frequently, or until bacon is browned and the chicken juices run clear.

Note

The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cook time, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

446	Calories
33g	Fat
9g	Carbs
29g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 446
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33g	42%
Saturated Fat 9g	43%
Cholesterol 93mg	31%
Sodium 1532mg	67%
Total Carbohydrate 9g	3%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 29g
Vitamin C 3mg	16%
Calcium 30mg	2%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 321mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.