Best 5 3 Ingredient Cheddar Bacon Chicken Breasts Recipes
Craving a quick and easy weeknight meal that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than these irresistible 3-ingredient cheddar bacon chicken breasts. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a juicy, tender chicken dish that's sure to be a hit with the whole family. In this article, we'll walk you through three mouthwatering variations of this classic recipe, each offering a unique twist on the original. From the classic combination of cheddar cheese and bacon to the zesty kick of buffalo sauce and the smoky goodness of BBQ sauce, these recipes have something for every palate. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your oven, and get ready to indulge in a cheesy, bacon-y, and oh-so-delicious chicken dinner.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHEDDAR BACON CHICKEN
It's tempting to seek out new flavors when baking chicken, but then again, with bacon, barbecue sauce and cheddar cheese so easy to grab from the fridge, why linger in doubt? Pull out this combination the next time you get the "what's for dinner" text. -Brenda Coleman, Jackson, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Dip both sides of chicken in teriyaki sauce; place on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 13-18 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Spread barbecue sauce over chicken; top with bacon and cheese. Return to the oven and bake for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 38g protein.
DUMP-AND-BAKE CHEDDAR BACON & CHIVE CHICKEN BREAST RECIPE
This Dump-and-Bake Cheddar Bacon Chicken is cooked in a honey mustard sauce and topped with plenty of bacon, cheese, and fresh herbs for a hands-off dinner with only 10 minutes of prep!
Provided by The Seasoned Mom
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper.
- Place chicken in a large baking dish (about 9-inch by 13-inch) that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken with a little bit of salt and pepper, to taste.
- Pour honey mustard sauce over chicken and toss to make sure that each piece of chicken is well coated. Top with chives, half of the bacon, and cheddar cheese (in that order).
- Bake, uncovered, for 20-30 minutes, or until meat thermometer reads 165 degrees F and chicken is cooked through. The total cooking time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts. During the final 5 minutes, add remaining bacon to the top of the chicken. It will get nice and crispy as the chicken finishes cooking
- Garnish with additional fresh chives just before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 chicken breast, Calories 474 kcal, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Protein 39.1 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Cholesterol 119.6 mg, Sodium 813.1 mg, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 3.1 g
BACON & CHEDDAR CHICKEN
Cheese and bacon don't usually come "light." But this tasty recipe keeps the fat and calories low and flavor high. This family friendly chicken bacon recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger group. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings., Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In same pan, brown chicken in drippings over medium heat, 3-4 minutes per side. Brush with 1/3 cup barbecue sauce. Transfer to oven; bake 8 minutes., Spoon remaining sauce over chicken; sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Bake until cheese is melted and a thermometer reads 165°, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 41g protein.
CHEDDAR CHEESE BACON WRAPPED CHICKEN BREAST AT ITS BEST
Always tender and juicy with loads of flavor that everyone will love, and did I mention super easy to make!
Provided by rochellmees
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Add water to a baking dish (I just use a cookie sheet).
- Place onions in water.
- Wrap each chicken breast with a slice of bacon. Make sure ends of bacon are faced downwards when placed on cookie sheet.
- Once all chicken breasts are wrapped with bacon and placed on cookie sheet on top of onion slices, sprinkle the top of chicken with an even amount of each dry ingredient. Starting with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder then paprika. Bake for 20 minutes.
- By this time, if the water is evaporated add a little more. Flip over and sprinke the tops of chicken breasts with all dry ingredients again. Cook for an additional 20 minutes. By this time, again, water should be gone. Add cheese to the top of each piece of chicken and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese has melted. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.4, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 98.2, Sodium 159.9, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.8, Protein 31.4
3-INGREDIENT CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED WITH HAM AND CHEESE
You'll have your hands free for about 15 minutes while the chicken bakes in the oven-just enough time to whip up an arugula salad with a mustardy dressing.
Provided by Dawn Perry
Categories 3-Ingredient Recipes Dinner Chicken Quick & Easy Ham Cheese
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Using a sharp knife, make an incision on thinner long side of chicken breast, cutting parallel through the breast but not all the way through. Season inside of chicken with pepper and stuff each with 1 oz. ham and 1 oz. cheese.
- Transfer chicken to a rimmed baking sheet and rub all over with oil; season lightly with salt and pepper. Roast chicken until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of breast registers 165°F, 12-15 minutes. Let cool slightly before slicing.
Tips:
- Use good quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for chicken breasts that are plump and have a good amount of marbling. Use thick-cut bacon and sharp cheddar cheese for the best flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the chicken breasts, make sure to leave enough space between them so that they can cook evenly. If the pan is too crowded, the chicken will steam instead of sear.
- Cook the chicken breasts over medium heat: Medium heat will help to prevent the chicken from drying out. If you cook the chicken over too high heat, it will brown too quickly on the outside and be raw on the inside.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken: The chicken is done cooking when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken breast to get an accurate reading.
- Let the chicken breasts rest before slicing: Let the chicken breasts rest for a few minutes before slicing them. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.
Conclusion:
This 3-ingredient cheddar bacon chicken breast recipe is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the bacon and cheddar cheese add a delicious touch. Serve this dish with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
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