Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of crispy bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- During the last few minutes, brush with BBQ sauce and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Place cooked chicken on a serving plate, crumble crispy bacon over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, use smoked paprika and BBQ sauce with a smoky profile.
- Ensure bacon is crispy for maximum crunch and flavor contrast.
- Adjust BBQ sauce and cheese to taste for a personalized flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with bacon
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: Thirty grams
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 125mg