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Cheesy Bacon BBQ Chicken Recipe | Easy, Delicious & Loaded with Flavor

Cheesy Bacon BBQ Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Ellie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Cheesy Bacon BBQ Chicken is an easy, flavor-packed dish featuring juicy chicken smothered in smoky BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, and melted cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort dinner that’s simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 chicken breasts

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Topping:

1/2 cup BBQ sauce

1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

Optional:

Green onions for garnish

Fresh parsley


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.

2. Season chicken with olive oil, salt, and pepper.

3. Place chicken in the baking dish.

4. Spread BBQ sauce evenly over each piece.

5. Top with shredded cheese and crumbled bacon.

6. Bake for 25–30 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Garnish with green onions or parsley if desired.

8. Serve hot and enjoy.


Notes

Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.

Choose your favorite BBQ sauce for different flavor profiles.

Add jalapeños for a spicy kick.

Serve with potatoes or a fresh salad.