Hunter's Chicken
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Hunter's Chicken, a comforting classic that combines tender chicken breasts wrapped in smoky bacon, smothered in tangy BBQ sauce, and topped with golden, bubbling Cheddar cheese. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish pairs rich, hearty ingredients with simple preparation techniques to create a restaurant-quality meal at home. The chicken is first seared to seal in its juiciness, then baked to perfection with layers of savory goodness. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and baked to a succulent finish, Hunter's Chicken is a satisfying dish that delivers bold flavors in every bite. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or vibrant steamed vegetables for a well-balanced meal that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 8 slices Smoked bacon
- 250 ml BBQ sauce
- 150 grams Cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200 degrees Celsius (392 degrees Fahrenheit).
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, without cleaning, lay the slices of bacon and cook until they are slightly crispy, about 3 minutes.
Remove the bacon and drain on paper towels.
Place the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet.
Cover each chicken breast with two slices of the cooked bacon.
Pour the BBQ sauce evenly over each chicken breast and bacon.
Cover the skillet or transfer the chicken and sauce to a baking dish if not using an ovenproof skillet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle grated Cheddar cheese over each piece of chicken.
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Allow the dish to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Hunter's Chicken hot with a side of mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.8 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.4 g | 247% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 811 mg | 270% | |
| Sodium | 6762 mg | 294% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.9 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.6 g | ||
| Protein | 293.3 g | 587% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 785 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1647 mg | 35% | |
*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.
