Bacon Guacamole Chicken Bombs

• ripe avocado2
• white onion½
• tomato½
• chopped fresh cilantro2 tablespoon
• kosher salt½ tablespoon
• fresh lime juice2 tablespoon
• boneless, skinless chicken breast4
• black pepper0
• bacon8 strip
• canola oil1 tablespoon

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. 2

   Using a knife, cut around the pit of each avocado, separating the halves from each other.

3. 3

   Remove the pits and use a spoon to scoop out the flesh.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the avocado, onion, tomato, cilantro, salt, and lime juice.

5. 5

   Mash and stir with a fork until there are no large chunks of avocado left.

6. 6

   Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on all sides.

7. 7

   Slice chicken breasts in half crosswise.

8. 8

   Cut a slit in the center of each half to make a pocket.

9. 9

   Take a heaping spoonful of the guacamole and pack it into the pocket.

10. 10

    Pinch the edges closed.

11. 11

    Wrap each chicken breast with 2 strips of bacon, making sure the ends of the bacon all end up on the same side of the chicken.

12. 12

    Heat oil in a large pan over high heat.

13. 13

    Sear the bacon-wrapped chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side.

14. 14

    Remember to sear the sides of the chicken as well.

15. 15

    Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 10 minutes, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

16. 16

    Serve immediately.

17. 17

    Enjoy!