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Monterey Chicken with Bacon
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Monterey Chicken with Bacon
Total Time50 mins
Skill LevelBeginner
Servings6
Total Time50 mins
Skill LevelBeginner
Servings6

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Premium Thick Cut Bacon 12oz.Key IngredientPremium Thick Cut Bacon 12oz.
AboutChicken breasts blanketed in sweet-tangy BBQ sauce, our savory Premium Thick Cut Bacon, and melty  cheeses make this the perfect cozy meal on a cold winter night. Pile on more bacon, tomatoes, and scallions for even more delicious results. Yum!
Let's CookFollow the directions below, fire up the kitchen, and get cooking! For the love of meat.
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Ingredients
Key IngredientProduct ImagePremium Thick Cut Bacon 12oz.
 
12 ounces Farmer John Premium Thick Cut Bacon, Cooked & Crumbled
 
6 Chicken Breasts, Skinless Boneless
 
Olive Oil, for Drizzle
 
2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
 
1 teaspoon Black Pepper
 
10 ounces Barbecue Sauce
 
12 ounces Shredded Monterey Jack & Cheddar Cheese
 
3 Roma Tomatoes, Diced Small
 
1 bunch Scallions, Thinly Sliced
Premium Thick Cut Bacon 12oz.Key IngredientPremium Thick Cut Bacon 12oz.
Directions
1Marinate chicken on both sides with the olive oil, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup of barbecue sauce. Place in the refrigerator overnight to marinate or for a couple of hours before cooking.
2Preheat the oven to 400°F.
3Heat some olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat, then brown the chicken, 4-5 minutes on each side. Place the browned chicken in an oven-safe pan.
4Pour the remaining barbecue sauce over the seared chicken. Sprinkle shredded cheeses and chopped bacon over each chicken breast.
5Place the pan in the oven for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle more chopped bacon, tomatoes, and green onions over the chicken and serve with salad or steamed rice. Tip: Cook your bacon ahead of time and store until ready to use. It can last for a week.
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