Bacon Wrapped Smoked Gouda Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Description: I found this recipe on another site when I was looking to use up some leftover smoked gouda. It's very flavorful, easy enough for weekenights yet perfect for a dinner party too.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless chicken breasts
• 4 slices bacon
• 3 -4 ounces smoked gouda cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

1. Combine, cayenne, garlic powder, paprika and pepper.
2. Flatten chicken breasts to approx 1/4" thickness.
3. Season both sides of chicken with the cayenne mixture.
4. Place small piece (s) of cheese on chicken and roll up, pressing firmly.
5. Wrap each stuffed breast with a bacon slice and then brown over medium heat until bacon just begins to crisp.
6. Bake in a 350 oven for 20 minutes.