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monterey chicken

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

This delicious one-pan Monterey chicken recipe is perfect for a quick, easy weeknight dinner. With tender chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, savory bacon, and melty cheese, this recipe will become a family favorite! Monterey Chicken with tender chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, savory bacon, and melty cheese, this recipe will become a family favorite!

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For monterey chicken

  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 4
    boneless skinless chicken breasts (or 2 thick, cut in half lengthwise)
  • kosher salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 c
    barbecue sauce (use your favorite brand)
  • 1 c
    shredded Monterey jack and cheddar blend
  • 4 slice
    bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 c
    finely diced tomatoes
  • 1
    green onion, thinly sliced

How To Make monterey chicken

  • 1
    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add the chicken and cook each side for about 4 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 2
    Spread the barbecue sauce over the browned chicken breasts. Divide the cheese evenly over the barbecue sauce. Place the skillet in the oven and cook for 5 minutes or until the cheese melts and the chicken cooks through.
  • 3
    Top with the bacon, tomatoes, and green onions. For best results, serve promptly.
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