bacon & cheddar grilled chicken

Name: BACON & CHEDDAR GRILLED CHICKEN
Prep time: 4 h 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) salt; 6 cup(s) water; 4 large boneless,skinless chicken breast halves; 1 tablespoon(s) chicken rub (see *note); 2 tablespoon(s) vegetable oil (plus extra for grill); 4 slice(s) american cheese; 12 slice(s) hickory smoked bacon, cooked crisp; 1 cup(s) shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese; - minced fresh chives (optional)

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Teresa G.

Here, KY

Updated on Sep 18, 2015

Grilled chicken, crispy bacon and melted cheese, what's not to love? This is my fairly simple, yet totally delicious recipe that is always a hit. I've given directions for indoor grilling, but it can be made on a charcoal or gas grill, with only minor adjustments to the directions. The prep time includes the time for brining the chicken.

Rate

prep time 4 Hr 30 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Grill

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons salt
6 cups water
4 large boneless,skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon chicken rub (see *note)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (plus extra for grill)
4 slices american cheese
12 slices hickory smoked bacon, cooked crisp
1 cup shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
- minced fresh chives (optional)

How To Make bacon & cheddar grilled chicken

Step 1

Gather and prep all ingredients.

Step 2

BRINE THE CHICKEN: Pour salt and water into a gallon size zipper food bag; zip bag closed; shake well to dissolve salt.
Step 3

Unzip bag, add chicken; close bag and set inside a bowl; place in refrigerator for 4-6 hours.
Step 4

When ready to cook, remove chicken from brine, place on a large plate, baking dish or baking sheet; use paper towels to pat dry chicken.
Step 5

EVEN OUT THE THICKNESS: Place breasts, rib side up on flat work surface. Use a very sharp chef's knife or fillet knife to open thick side of breast like a book, starting on the inside.
Step 6

Evenly sprinkle chicken rub seasoning over all sides. (*Note: I use McCormick's Grill Mates Chicken Rub.)
Step 7

Drizzle oil over chicken breasts, turning to coat thoroughly.
Step 8

Lightly brush George Foreman grill or grill pan with vegetable oil; preheat to medium/ medium-high.
Step 9

(The size of your grill and the size of the chicken breasts will determine how many breasts you'll be able to cook at the same time.)
Step 10

Place chicken on grill, close lid and cook on medium/medium-high heat for 3 minutes; open grill, turn chicken over, lower lid and cook for 3 more minutes.
Step 11

Preheat toaster oven, or regular oven, to 400°F.
Step 12

Remove chicken from grill to toaster oven tray or baking sheet.
Step 13

Place 1 slice of American cheese on top of chicken.
Step 14

Place 2 slices of crisp bacon on top of cheese slice.
Step 15

Scatter 1/4 cup cheddar cheese over bacon on each chicken breast.
Step 16

Bake in preheated oven just until cheese melts (about 1 minute.)
Step 17

Remove from oven, sprinkle with chives.
Step 18

Serve immediately. Refrigerate leftovers.
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