Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken Wrapped Dates with Rosemary Honey
Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with these Goat Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Crispy Chicken, drizzled with a fragrant Rosemary Honey. This easy appetizer combines creamy goat cheese and sweet Medjool dates, all wrapped up in savory chicken for an irresistible bite-sized treat. Perfect for holiday gatherings, game nights, or cozy dinners, these stuffed dates are sure to impress your guests. The addition of rosemary honey brings a unique twist that enhances the overall taste, making each bite a delightful experience. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their appetizer game!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people (24 stuffed dates) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces creamy goat cheese
- 24 plump Medjool dates
- 12 slices thinly sliced chicken bacon, cut in half
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- Candied or toasted walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Split each Medjool date lengthwise without cutting all the way through, remove the pit, and stuff with goat cheese.
- Wrap each stuffed date with half a slice of chicken bacon and place seam side down on the baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, rosemary, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper; drizzle half over the dates.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is crispy.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with remaining honey glaze and optional nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 stuffed dates (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg