Chicken with Bacon and Co Jack Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Chicken with Bacon and Colby Jack Cheese recipe—a delicious, family-friendly dish that combines succulent chicken breasts, crispy bacon, and melty Colby Jack cheese. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, the chicken is first seared to golden perfection and then baked to juicy tenderness in the oven. Each piece is topped with smoky, crispy bacon and a blanket of gooey cheese for an irresistible combination of flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy and satisfying dish is ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright, flavorful finish, and serve it alongside mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a crisp green salad for a complete, mouthwatering meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices Bacon strips
- 1 cup Colby Jack cheese (sliced or shredded)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the skillet from heat.
In a separate pan, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain excess grease on a paper towel-lined plate.
Top each chicken breast with 2 slices of cooked bacon.
Sprinkle or layer the Colby Jack cheese evenly over the bacon-topped chicken breasts.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.8 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.6 g | 358% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 918 mg | 306% | |
| Sodium | 5511 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 299.9 g | 600% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1805 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2360 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
