Crispy Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Breasts with Asparagus and Cheese in the Air Fryer
Ingredients List
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3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
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1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning, or to taste
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3 slices Monterey Jack cheese
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6 spears fresh asparagus
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9 slices bacon
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12 wooden toothpicks
Instructions
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Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) as per the manufacturer's guidelines.
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Pat the chicken dry using paper towels. To butterfly, slice the chicken breasts horizontally through the thickest part, being careful not to cut all the way through. Open up the two halves like a book.
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Season both sides with lemon pepper seasoning. Place one slice of cheese on each chicken breast. Cut the asparagus spears in half and arrange 4 halves on top of the cheese. Roll the chicken around the cheese and asparagus, ensuring the stuffing stays inside. Wrap each chicken breast with 3 slices of bacon and secure the ends with toothpicks.
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Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts into the air fryer basket and cook for 15 minutes. Flip them over and cook for an additional 15 minutes. Check the internal temperature of the chicken using a meat thermometer – it should read 165°F (74°C).
Cooking Tips
Feel free to swap garlic-lime pepper or seasoned salt in place of lemon-pepper seasoning for a different flavor twist.
Air fryers vary by brand in size and performance. This recipe was tested with a 5.8-quart air fryer, so if you're using a smaller model, you may need to cook the chicken in two batches.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 393 | Calories |
| 23g | Fat |
| 2g | Carbs |
| 42g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 3 | |
| Calories 393 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 23g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol 123mg | 41% |
| Sodium 1004mg | 44% |
| Total Carbohydrate 2g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 42g | 85% |
| Vitamin C 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium 235mg | 18% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 448mg | 10% |
* 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.
Evaluation :
5/5