Description
Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese smothered in zesty BBQ sauce. This hearty meal is perfect for family dinners, outdoor gatherings, or impressing your guests at any occasion. With its smoky flavors and satisfying texture, this recipe is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s simple to prepare and can be on the table in under an hour!
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
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy; remove and crumble.
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Sear chicken in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour barbecue sauce over chicken; sprinkle shredded cheddar and crumbled bacon on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg