Description
This Apple Cider Glazed Chicken Bacon Melt is a savory delight with crispy bacon, tender chicken, and a sweet apple cider glaze. Perfect for a comforting meal any time of the year!
Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 8 slices of bacon
– 1 cup apple cider
– 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 4 burger buns
– Lettuce and tomato for topping
Instructions
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2. – Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. – In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. – In the same skillet, heat olive oil and add chicken breasts. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until browned.
5. – Pour the apple cider over the chicken, then cover the skillet and let simmer for 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
6. – Remove the chicken from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes.
7. – Place the chicken on the bottom half of the burger buns, top with crispy bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
8. – Broil the assembled melts in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. – Serve with lettuce and tomato on top, and enjoy!
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Notes
– For a spicier kick, add some sliced jalapeños on top of the melts.
– You can substitute the apple cider with apple juice for a similar flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: 🥓 BACON EMPIRE
- Method: Baking & Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 melt
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg