Monterey Chicken

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
Yield 4 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
This quick and easy Monterey chicken recipe requires just seven ingredients and 25 minutes of prep and cook time. Amp up the spice with a splash of hot sauce before serving.

Ingredients

  • 4 bacon strips
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Cut bacon strips in half widthwise. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until cooked but not crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain.
  2. Drain drippings from skillet; cook chicken in butter over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°.
  3. Top each chicken breast with barbecue sauce, green onions, tomato and 2 bacon pieces; sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 318 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 680mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 32g protein.

This Monterey chicken transforms regular chicken into a savory dish with barbecue sauce, crisp bacon and melty cheese. It gets even better with a sprinkling of fresh tomatoes and green onions. —Linda Coleman, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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