Baked BBQ Chicken Breast

This oven-baked BBQ chicken breast recipe is perfect for those days when you crave BBQ but don’t want to fire up the grill.

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The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and it couldn’t be more simple to throw together for those busy weeknights.

INGREDIENTS

– Chicken Breasts – Barbecue Sauce – Shredded Cheese – Bacon – Green Onions Full Ingredients

Set the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Use the bottom of a mason jar or sturdy cup to "whack" the chicken breasts a few times on the thickest part of the breast to tenderize the chicken.

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Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper, to taste.

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Spoon the BBQ sauce evenly over each chicken breast, then sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the BBQ sauce.

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Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reads 165 degrees and the juices of the chicken run clear.

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While the chicken is in the oven, slice the bacon into ½" strips.

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