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A vibrant plate featuring crispy baked chicken topped with melted cheddar cheese, smoky bacon bits, and barbecue sauce drizzled over the juicy meat. Garnished with chopped green onions, served alongside a rustic wooden cutting board with sides of fresh coleslaw and corn on the cob. The dish's textures include crispy edges and gooey cheese, with a colorful, inviting presentation perfect for a hearty family dinner.

Easy Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken

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This hearty cowboy BBQ chicken combines smoky barbecue sauce, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese on tender baked chicken breasts, served with flavorful sides.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Transfer chicken to a baking dish and brush with barbecue sauce.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over each breast.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to add extra barbecue sauce for more flavor.
  • Use thick-cut bacon for better texture.
  • This dish pairs well with cornbread or side salad.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking, Searing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 42 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg