Apple Bacon Stuffed Chicken Breasts

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The mix of the cranberry and apples makes this chicken breast out of this world.

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Steps

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Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp.

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Remove bacon , reserving 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet.

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Saut chopped apple in reserved drippings over medium-high heat 4 minutes.

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Remove from heat.

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Stir in bacon , 1 / 4 cup cranberries , and next 3 ingredients.

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Cut a 3 1 / 2-inch-long horizontal slit through the thickest portion of each chicken breast , cutting to , but not through , other side , forming a pocket.

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Stuff apple mixture evenly into each pocket.

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Wipe skillet clean.

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Melt butter in skillet over medium heat.

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Add chicken , and cook 8 to 10 minutes on each side or until done.

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Remove chicken , and keep warm.

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Add remaining 1 / 4 cup cranberries , apple juice , apple brandy , and salt to skillet.

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Stir together cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water until smooth.

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Stir into juice mixture , and cook , stirring constantly , 1 minute or until thickened.

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Spoon over chicken , and sprinkle with pecans and parsley.

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Ingredients

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bacon, granny smith apple, dried cranberries, fine dry breadcrumb, poultry seasoning, ground cinnamon, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, butter, apple juice, apple brandy, salt, cornstarch, water, pecans, fresh parsley