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Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken
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Indulgent Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken to Wow Your Tastebuds

This Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken is a perfect blend of juicy chicken, smoky bacon, and tangy BBQ sauce, ideal for satisfying cravings.
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine American
Keyword Comfort Food, Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken, easy chicken recipes, one-pan meals, weeknight dinners
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • oven

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Juicy and tender
  • 6 strips Crispy Bacon Adds crunchy texture

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Choose your favorite brand
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Balances the spice

For Garnishing

  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Sliced thinly

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the chicken

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sear each side until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  • In the same skillet, add chopped bacon and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Stir in the BBQ sauce and brown sugar, simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Return the seared chicken to the skillet, top with shredded cheddar cheese, and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from the oven, sprinkle with sliced green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

Serve with a fresh salad for a light, balanced meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 500kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg