Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and roughly chopped
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: hamburger buns or lettuce wraps for serving
Instructions
1. Getting Started
- Preheat: If grilling, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If baking, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the chicken: Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness (this helps them cook evenly). Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Cooking Methods (choose one)
– Grilling
- Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
- During the last few minutes of cooking, brush the chicken with BBQ sauce and flip to glaze the other side.
– Baking
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- During the last 5 minutes, brush with BBQ sauce and sprinkle with cheese, letting the cheese melt.
3. Assembling Your Chicken
- Top with the goods: Top each chicken breast with chopped bacon, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
- Optional: Melt the cheese: For extra melty cheese, briefly return the chicken to the grill or oven for a minute or two.
4. Serving Options
- On its own: Enjoy as a flavorful and satisfying main dish.
- On a bun: Serve on hamburger buns with extra BBQ sauce for a classic BBQ chicken sandwich.
- Low-carb option: Wrap in lettuce leaves for a lighter option.
Tips
– If you don’t have an avocado that’s perfectly ripe, use a sprinkle of guacamole instead.
– Spice things up with a spicy BBQ sauce, or add a kick with some hot sauce drizzled on top.
– Add your other favorite toppings, like red onion or a drizzle of ranch dressing.
