Monterey Chicken
I remember sitting outside at a patio table, sipping on a margarita, and soaking in the first glimpse of summer. It was twenty years ago and the name of the restaurant escapes me now but the Monterey Chicken does not.
Perfectly grilled chicken breasts topped with smoky hickory bbq sauce, crispy bacon, and Monterey jack cheese baked until golden and bubbly. Finished with a handful of diced tomato, jalapeno & scallion. It’s been years since I’ve recreated Monterey Chicken but the first taste of summer sun brought it right back into my sweet spot.
Monterey Chicken is a great week night meal that the entire family will love. While the chicken is grilling, slice and dice your toppings. Then finish in the oven. You’ll have a colorful and oh so flavorful dish on the table in about 30 minutes.
Monterey Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 4 strips bacon
- 2-3 Tbl. hickory bbq sauce or favorite
- 2 ounces Monterey Jack/cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 to mato diced
- 1 jalapeno fine diced
- 1 scallion thinly sliced
Instructions
- Grill chicken breasts until almost done (about 155 degrees).
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Top each grilled chicken breasts with a schmear of bbq sauce, two slices of crispy bacon and a handful of shredded cheese. Place in oven for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly and chicken registers 165 degrees.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle with diced tomato, jalapeno and scallion. Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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8 Comments
orginalee
I think the restaurant was ‘The Cooker’. I ordered this EVERY time I went! Thanks for sharing!
Jo Ann Vanderpool
Oh, thanks for the reminder, haven’t made this in couple years and did not use bacon it but certainly will do next time
Donna Smith
Oh Libby, that was absolutely delicious! My daughter and I had this for dinner this evening and I’m still smacking my lips with delight. She told me that I can make this any time and I agree totally. Yummy!! Thanks for a great recipe.
libby
Yay!! So glad it was a hit Donna and thank you so much for your support. I love your feedback.
Nicole Neverman
This both looks and sounds delicious! I love how quick and easy it is too.
libby
Definitely a keeper Nicole. Thank you for stopping by.
Becca from ItsYummi!
This is an awesome weeknight dinner, Libby! Thanks for making my life easier (and more special!) :)
libby
Thank you Becca!! It’s been years since I’ve made this and when I served it my family’s first question was why are we not having this on a regular basis. I needed the grill to thaw out :)