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Irresistibly Juicy Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken Recipe

Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken combines smoky bacon, gooey cheddar over tender chicken for an irresistible meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Resting Time5 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Comfort Food, Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken, easy chicken recipe, Family Meal, Hearty Dinner, quick weeknight meal
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Instant-read thermometer

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper

For the Topping

  • 8 slices Bacon
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup Barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup Green onions (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
  • Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  • Pour barbecue sauce evenly over the chicken and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Sprinkle crumbled bacon over the cheese and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is bubbly.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

You can substitute different cheeses or add spices for a personalized touch. For enhanced flavor, drizzle extra BBQ sauce before serving.