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Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken

Delicious Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken

Savor the Cowboy BBQ Bacon Cheddar Chicken, a quick and delicious dinner option perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Penne Pasta Substitute with fettuccine or rotini for different texture.
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Use thin-cut chicken or turkey for a healthier option.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Butter can be substituted for a richer taste.
  • 2 tbsp Blackened Seasoning Use store-bought or create your own mix!
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Fire Roasted Red Peppers Fresh bell peppers work well too.
  • 1 medium White Onion Shallots can offer a milder flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic or garlic powder are great alternatives.
  • 1 cup Half and Half For a lighter option, use heavy cream or non-dairy milk.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • pot
  • oven
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel and coat with blackened seasoning.
  2. Heat a skillet, add olive oil, sear chicken for 4 minutes on one side, then flip and transfer to a preheated oven at 400°F for 10 minutes.
  3. Boil a large pot of salted water, add penne pasta, and cook until al dente (10-12 minutes), reserving one cup of pasta water.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté red peppers, onion, and garlic over medium heat until onions are translucent. Add half and half and whisk in Parmesan to create the sauce.
  5. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce. Slice the rested chicken and serve over the pasta, adjusting sauce consistency with reserved water if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is great with a light salad or paired with Garlic Butter Chicken for a complete meal experience.

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