Monterey Barbecued Skillet Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with Monterey Barbecued Skillet Chicken—a mouthwatering, one-skillet recipe that delivers bold flavors in just 35 minutes. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are brushed with tangy barbecue sauce, crowned with melty Monterey Jack cheese, and topped with crispy crumbled bacon for the perfect balance of smoky, savory, and cheesy goodness. Finished in the oven for an irresistible, bubbling layer of deliciousness, this dish is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Garnished with fresh green onions for a pop of color and freshness, it’s ideal for a quick family meal or an impressive yet simple dinner for guests. Perfectly customizable and packed with protein, this skillet chicken will be your new favorite go-to recipe!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cups Barbecue sauce
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 4 slices Cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Diced green onions, for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 2
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 3
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat but keep the chicken in the skillet.
Step 4
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 5
Brush the top of the chicken breasts generously with barbecue sauce.
Step 6
Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the chicken.
Step 7
Top with crumbled bacon.
Step 8
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Step 9
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Step 10
Garnish with diced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1011.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2251.3 |
| Total Fat 103.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 727.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5646.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 45.3g | |
| Protein 256.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 31.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 935.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2383.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories