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Bacon BBQ stuffed grilled chicken with melted cheese and crispy bacon on grill

Ultimate Bacon BBQ Stuffed Grilled Chicken Recipe – Smoky, Cheesy Perfection


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  • Author: Chef Crenn
  • Total Time: 31 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Ultimate Bacon BBQ Stuffed Grilled Chicken with crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and smoky barbecue sauce. Perfect for backyard grilling and family dinners.


Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

8 slices of bacon

1 cup BBQ sauce

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat

2. In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble into small pieces

3. Butterfly each chicken breast by slicing horizontally almost all the way through

4. Season the inside of each chicken breast with salt and pepper

5. Fill each chicken breast with BBQ sauce, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese

6. Close the chicken breast and secure with toothpicks

7. Brush the outside with olive oil and season with salt and pepper

8. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F

9. Brush with more BBQ sauce during the last few minutes of grilling

10. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving

Notes

Always use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F

Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving for optimal juiciness

Can substitute different cheese varieties for unique flavors

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 485
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg