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monterey chicken with bacon and cheese

Savory Monterey Chicken with Bacon and Cheese Delight

Enjoy a flavorful Monterey chicken with bacon and cheese that combines BBQ chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey cheese, making it an irresistible dinner option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts thin cut for quick cooking
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances natural flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adds warmth and depth
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder infuses savory aroma
For the Toppings
  • 4 slices Bacon crispy bits for smoky richness
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce use sugar-free for healthier option
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley fresh garnish
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for searing the chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil prevents sticking

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a hot oven-safe skillet, add olive oil and butter, allowing them to melt.
  2. Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Sear the chicken on each side for about 4 minutes over medium/high heat until golden brown.
  4. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to low. Simmer until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Spoon sugar-free BBQ sauce generously on top of each chicken breast.
  6. Divide the crispy bacon evenly among the chicken breasts, layering them on top.
  7. Sprinkle shredded Cheddar cheese over the bacon.
  8. Top each breast with Monterey Jack cheese, followed by a sprinkle of parsley.
  9. Turn the oven to broil and place the skillet on the top rack. Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken breasts are thinly cut, and monitor the broiling process closely to avoid burning.

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