Ingredients
4 bacon strips, chopped4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2/3 cup barbecue sauce, divided 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheeseThinly sliced green onions
Preparation
Preheat oven to 350°. In a cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, remove bacon to paper towels; reserve drippings.
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In same pan, brown chicken in drippings over medium heat, 3-4 minutes per side. Brush with 1/3 cup barbecue sauce. Transfer to oven; bake 8 minutes.
Spoon remaining sauce over chicken; sprinkle with cheese and bacon. Bake until cheese is melted and a thermometer reads 165°, 4-6 minutes. Sprinkle with green onions.
