A restaurant favorite made right at home with simple ingredients for less cost and less hassle. Explosive flavors of bacon, cheese, and barbecue sauce combine with chicken like nothing else. Top with fresh tomato and chives.
Monterey chicken is a popular dinner, which is likely why it's been on the menu at Chili's restaurants in the past. If you find yourself ordering that dish whenever you visit, then this recipe is absolutely for you. We've done our best to make sure this recipe tastes as close to the original as possible.
Even if you've never tried Chili's Monterey chicken before, this recipe is still great. It's simple to make, taking only five steps. If you're in need of a tasty recipe to make during the week, this one is for you. It packs a lot of flavor in each bite, ensuring your family will want to come back for more.
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Copycat Chili's Monterey Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons Bull's Eye barbecue sauce
2 slices crisp bacon
1/4 cup Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese blend
Fresh tomato, chopped
Chives
Directions:
1. Pound chicken breasts until somewhat flattened, season with salt and pepper.
2. Spray cooking spray in a nonstick skillet, cook chicken breasts until done. Transfer to a serving plate.
3. Top chicken breasts with barbeque sauce, bacon, and cheese.
4. Broil chicken breasts in oven, until cheese is melted.
5. Sprinkle with a small amount of fresh chopped tomatoes and chives. Serves 4.