Description
This Monterey Chicken recipe is a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a family dinner. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, then baked and topped with crispy bacon, barbecue sauce, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. Garnished with fresh tomatoes and green onions, this dish is a crowd-pleaser with its combination of smoky, sweet, and cheesy flavors.
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 8 slices applewood smoked bacon
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken:
- In a large sealable bag or bowl, mix the honey, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and marinate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
- Bake Chicken:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the marinated chicken into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Cook Bacon:
- While the chicken is baking, fry the bacon until crispy.
- Roughly chop the cooked bacon and set it aside.
- Assemble and Broil:
- Remove the chicken from the oven and remove the foil.
- Top each chicken breast with barbecue sauce, cooked bacon, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- Set the broiler to high and broil the chicken until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with diced Roma tomatoes and chopped green onions.
- Serve fresh and enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier version, use a spicy barbecue sauce or add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- You can use other types of cheese, such as cheddar or pepper jack.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked to prevent foodborne illness.
- If you do not want to broil the chicken, you can simply place the chicken back into the oven until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatos, or a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 550kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
