Description
Succulent chicken breasts smothered in tangy BBQ sauce, topped with crispy bacon and melted cheddar cheese, this dish brings joy to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 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
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, crispy-cook the bacon for about 5-7 minutes. Once done, transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess grease.
- Crumble the cooled bacon and set aside.
- Coat each chicken breast with olive oil and season generously with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In a hot, oven-safe skillet, sear the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side until both sides are golden-brown.
- Pour the barbecue sauce over the chicken, topping with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is bubbly.
- Once done, sprinkle with chopped green onions and optional red pepper flakes before allowing to rest for a few minutes.
Notes
Serve with creamy coleslaw or roasted vegetables. For longer storage, keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, BBQ, bacon, cheddar, quick dinner