Ingredients
2 bacon strips, diced1 small tart apple, peeled and coarsely chopped2 tablespoons dried minced onion2 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce1/2 to 1 teaspoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 teaspoons olive oil1 teaspoon all-purpose flour1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper
Preparation
In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings. Saute apple in drippings until tender. Add the onion, applesauce, chipotle peppers and bacon; saute 2 minutes longer.
Cut a pocket in each chicken breast half; stuff with apple mixture. In a small skillet, brown chicken in oil on both sides.
Transfer to an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 12-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.
Meanwhile, add the flour, apple juice, salt and pepper to the skillet; stir to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken.
