1. Prep & Preheat:

• Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) (or 160°C fan-forced).
• Cut a pocket into each chicken breast (on the folded side to keep the smooth side intact), ensuring you don’t cut all the way through.

2. Make the Filling:

• Microwave cream cheese for 30 seconds to soften.
• Mix together with mozzarella, parmesan, jalapeños, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.

3. Stuff the Chicken:

• Stuff the cheese mixture inside each chicken breast, pushing it all the way in.
• Secure the opening with 2–3 toothpicks (some filling oozing out is a bonus—it crisps up beautifully!).
• Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with paprika and salt.

4. Sear the Chicken:

• Heat olive oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat.
• Place chicken smooth-side down and sear for 2 minutes until golden brown.
• Flip and sear the other side for another 2 minutes.

5. Bake & Rest:

• Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 67°C (155°F).
• Remove from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.