Fried Cheese-Stuffed Chicken Thighs

Place each chicken thigh between 2 sheets of heavy duty plastic wrap and flatten to 1/4" thickness, using a meat mallet or a rolling pin.

Slice cheese lengthwise to make 8 even strips. Place 1 strip of cheese in center of each chicken thigh. Fold long sides of chicken over cheese, fold ends of chicken over, and wrap each with a strip of bacon. Secure with wooden picks.

Combine beaten egg whites and lemon juice. Combine flour and lemon pepper seasoning. Dip each chicken thigh in egg mixture, dredge in flour mixture.

Pour oil to depth of 1" into a heavy skillet. Fry stuffed chicken thighs in hot oil 15 minutes or until golden, turning once. Drain on paper towels.