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Cheesy Bacon BBQ Chicken

URL: https://wendypolisi.com/cheesy-bacon-bbq-chicken/

Ingredients

The chicken

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • ¼ cup BBQ Sauce

The toppings

  • 7 ounces sliced cheddar cheese
  • 8 ounces bacon, cooked and crumbled

The seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

The cooking oil

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400° F.
  2. Combine garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Rub the spice mixture over the chicken breasts.
  4. Heat the oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Sear the chicken for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and spread BBQ sauce over the chicken.
  7. Top with cheese slices and crumbled bacon.
  8. Cook in the oven for 5 to 8 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken reaches 160° F.
  9. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (estimated)

Servings
8
Calories
484
Total fat
40g
Total carbohydrates
4g
Total protein
24g
Sodium
678mg
Cholesterol
107mg

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