Chicken With Caramelized Onions And Bacon Recipe

Name: Chicken With Caramelized Onions And Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/4 teaspoon paul prudhomme magic poultry seasoning; 4 slices thick bacon (deli style thick -diced into small pieces); 1 medium vidalia onion (diced); 1 tablespoon bacon drippings; 1/4 cup light brown sugar; 2 slices boar's head colby-monterey jack cheese (or other Deli brand, sliced thin)

Servings: persons

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon paul prudhomme magic poultry seasoning
4 slices thick bacon (deli style thick -diced into small pieces)
1 medium vidalia onion (diced)
1 tablespoon bacon drippings
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 slices boar's head colby-monterey jack cheese (or other Deli brand, sliced thin)

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Heat Oil in pan. Sprinkle spices on both sides of each chicken breast. Add chicken breasts to hot oil and turn to medium high heat. Brown on both sides until golden (approx 4-5 minutes).
3
Add 1 tablespoon bacon drippings, diced onion and brown sugar. Stir well then turn heat down to medium and cover. Cook for 20 minutes stirring occasionally. Turn chicken over and cook an additional 15-20 minutes or until chicken is completely done (when juices run clear).
4
Move chicken to a baking dish and pour caramelized onions and brown sugar sauce over chicken. Drain excess grease. Cover and put off to the side. Using same pan you just cooked the chicken in fry diced bacon until crisp. Sprinkle over chicken. Top with cheese (1 slice per chicken breast) and place in oven. Bake until cheese is completely melted (approx 1-2 minute depending on how thick you get your cheese. I get mine sliced very thin). Remove from pan and place on plate making sure to place any fallen bacon pieces back on chicken before serving.

419

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Caramelized Onions And Bacon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken With Caramelized Onions And Bacon

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