Barbecue Jack Chicken Recipe

Fire up the grill for these juicy, cheesy Barbecue Jack Chicken breasts! Pepper jack cheese and your favorite BBQ sauce create a flavor explosion in tender, grilled chicken. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a casual get-together.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 338.4 kcal
Protein 94g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecue Jack Chicken

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How to Make Barbecue Jack Chicken

  1. Butterfly each chicken breast: Using a sharp knife, carefully cut a horizontal slit almost all the way through each chicken breast, creating a pocket.
  2. Stuff with Cheese: Fill each chicken pocket with 2 ounces of pepper jack cheese slices.
  3. Secure & Marinate: Secure the chicken breasts closed using metal skewers or toothpicks (soaked in water for 30 minutes if using wooden skewers). Lightly brush both sides with 1/4 cup of barbecue sauce.
  4. Grill to Perfection: Preheat grill to medium heat. Grill the chicken, covered, for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear. Baste with remaining barbecue sauce during the last few minutes of grilling.
  5. Rest & Serve: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

30g

Carbs

2g