Description
Indulge in the smoky and savory delight of Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken, a dish that combines tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese all smothered in a zesty BBQ sauce. Perfect for casual dinners or summer cookouts, this recipe is designed to impress with its rich flavors and satisfying textures. With just a few simple steps, you can serve up a hearty meal that your family and friends will crave time and again. Get ready to elevate your dining experience with this cowboy classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on both sides.
- Pour BBQ sauce over chicken, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg