Blue Ribbon Barbecue Chicken Cheeseburgers

1. 1

   In a large cast-iron skillet, cook the bacon over moderate heat, turning once, until browned and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Transfer the bacon to paper towels to drain and cut the strips in half.

3. 3

   Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of fat from the skillet.

4. 4

   Form the chicken into four 1/2-inch-thick patties and season generously with salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Add the patties to the skillet and cook over moderately high heat until browned on the bottom, about 4 minutes.

6. 6

   Flip the burgers, top with the cheese and crisp bacon and cook until the cheese is melted and the burgers are just cooked through, about 8 minutes.

7. 7

   Spread barbecue sauce on the bottom buns and top with the cheeseburgers, sliced onion, tomato and lettuce.

8. 8

   Close the burgers and serve right away.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.