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Sticky Honey Bacon Cheese Chicken Bombs

Sticky Honey Bacon Cheese Chicken Bombs are the ultimate sweet and savory dinner bake—juicy chicken breasts stuffed with melty mozzarella, wrapped in smoky bacon, and glazed with a sticky honey sauce. This easy, crowd-pleasing meal comes together in under an hour and brings everyone to the table with comfort and flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 530
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large chicken breasts
  • 8 slices bacon cut in half
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For the Sticky Honey Sauce
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish
  • Toothpicks
  • Meat thermometer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
  2. Step 2: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to slice all the way through.
  3. Step 3: Stuff each pocket with shredded mozzarella cheese. If some spills out, that's okay—it will melt deliciously.
  4. Step 4: Wrap each chicken breast with two half-slices of bacon (one whole slice per breast), securing with toothpicks if needed.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and onion powder until smooth.
  6. Step 6: Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish. Pour the sticky honey sauce evenly over the top of the chicken.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should be 165°F/74°C) and bacon is golden and crisp. For extra crispy bacon, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end, watching closely.
  8. Step 8: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Remove toothpicks, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

Customize your chicken bombs with different cheeses like pepper jack, gouda, or cheddar. Turkey bacon or prosciutto make great alternatives. Add baby spinach or roasted red peppers for extra flavor and color. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Broil at the end for crispier bacon. To reheat, use the oven for best results.