Description
A quick and flavorful dish that combines crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and a sticky BBQ glaze over succulent chicken breasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6–8 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or use reserved bacon fat)
- 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
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Position a rack in the middle.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil (or reserved bacon fat) and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour barbecue sauce over the chicken, sprinkle with shredded cheddar and crumbled bacon.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with green onions and red pepper flakes if using, and let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a creamy side, consider pairing with a low-carb chicken casserole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, bacon, BBQ, cheddar, easy dinner