Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken (Printable Format)
Juicy chicken with barbecue, bacon, cheddar, and a touch of green onion. Hearty and flavorful comfort food.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Poultry
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Seasonings
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Meats & Cheeses
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8 slices bacon
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Sauce & Garnish
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1/2 cup barbecue sauce
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1/4 cup green onions, chopped
# Preparation Steps:
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Set the oven to 400°F to prepare for baking.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble into small pieces and reserve.
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Rub both sides of each chicken breast with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over each side.
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Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden-brown.
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While chicken sears, chop green onions and measure out barbecue sauce.
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Reduce skillet heat to medium. Pour barbecue sauce evenly over chicken. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over sauce.
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Scatter crumbled bacon over the cheese-covered chicken.
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Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake 10-12 minutes, or until chicken is thoroughly cooked and cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
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Remove skillet from oven. Sprinkle chopped green onions over the cooked chicken. If desired, garnish with red pepper flakes for additional heat. Let rest for several minutes before serving.
# Supplementary Details:
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For even cooking, use chicken breasts of similar thickness, or gently pound fillets to an even thickness before seasoning.