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Delicious Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken with BBQ sauce and melted cheese

Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken

A delicious and mouthwatering chicken dish with crispy bacon, creamy cheddar cheese, and zesty barbecue sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces 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 Can substitute with Monterey Jack for a different flavor.
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional for additional heat.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large skillet set over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and let it drain on paper towels.
  3. Once cool, crumble the bacon into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Rub each chicken breast with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  5. In the same skillet, sear the seasoned chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Cooking
  1. As the chicken cooks, chop green onions and prepare your barbecue sauce.
  2. Reduce the heat and pour the barbecue sauce over the chicken. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the cheese.
  4. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and the cheese is melted.
  5. Garnish with chopped green onions and optional red pepper flakes. Allow to rest for a few moments before serving.

Notes

For a twist, add jalapeños for spice or honey mustard glaze instead of barbecue sauce. You can skip the searing step to save time but ensure you bake longer to cook through. Let the dish rest for a few minutes after baking for juicy chicken.