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Hunters Chicken with Bacon, BBQ Sauce, and Melted Cheese Recipe

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  • Author: Elara
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Hunters Chicken is a comforting oven-baked dish featuring juicy chicken breasts wrapped in smoky bacon, smothered in tangy BBQ sauce, and topped with melted mature cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Served alongside creamy mashed potatoes and vibrant steamed vegetables, it makes for a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Bacon

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 8 rashers (strips) streaky bacon (smoked or unsmoked, your preference)

Sauce and Cheese Topping

  • 240 ml (1 cup) BBQ sauce
  • 50 g (1/2 packed cup) grated/shredded mature cheddar cheese
  • 50 g (1/2 packed cup) grated/shredded mozzarella cheese

Side Dishes

  • Chips or mashed potatoes
  • Vegetables such as carrots, green beans, or broccoli

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) fan-assisted to ensure even cooking of the chicken and bacon.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Wrap each chicken breast with two strips of streaky bacon, ensuring it is fully covered, then place the wrapped breasts in a shallow baking dish to prepare for roasting.
  3. Roast Chicken and Bacon: Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, allowing the chicken to cook thoroughly until no longer pink in the center.
  4. Add BBQ Sauce: Remove the chicken from the oven and carefully spoon the BBQ sauce over and around the wrapped chicken breasts, infusing them with tangy flavor.
  5. Apply Cheese Topping: Evenly sprinkle the grated mature cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on top of the sauced chicken breasts to create a luscious cheesy layer.
  6. Melt Cheese: Return the baking dish to the oven and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
  7. Serve: Plate the hunters chicken alongside creamy mashed potatoes or chips and steamed vegetables like carrots, green beans, or broccoli for a complete, well-rounded meal.

Notes

  • You can use either smoked or unsmoked streaky bacon based on your flavor preference.
  • For a richer dish, use full-fat cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
  • Mashed potatoes are recommended for a comforting texture, but chips make a great alternative for added crunch.
  • Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F) for safety.
  • This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables to balance the richness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Keywords: Hunters Chicken, baked chicken, chicken and bacon, BBQ chicken recipe, cheesy chicken bake, family dinner, oven baked chicken

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