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Monterey Bbq Chicken Bake Recipe

Craving that delicious steakhouse experience? This copycat Monterey BBQ Chicken Bake recipe delivers! Tender chicken breasts are smothered in tangy BBQ sauce, creamy ranch dressing, crispy bacon, and melted Monterey Jack cheese – pure comfort food heaven. Easily adaptable to 2 or 4 servings, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a satisfying weekend meal. Serve with steamed broccoli, broccoli cheese, and a baked potato for a complete and unforgettable culinary adventure!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 2725.4 kcal
Protein 119g
Rating 4.8 (26 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Monterey Bbq Chicken Bake

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How to Make Monterey Bbq Chicken Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly spray a medium to large baking dish with cooking spray.
  3. Finely chop 2-4 green onions (depending on preference).
  4. Cook 4-6 slices of bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
  5. Brush both sides of 2-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total) with your favorite BBQ sauce.
  6. Place chicken in the prepared baking dish. Season both sides with BBQ seasoning.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes.
  8. Brush each chicken breast again with BBQ sauce.
  9. Pour 1/2 cup Hidden Valley Ranch dressing over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are thoroughly coated.
  10. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon evenly over the chicken.
  11. Top with 1-1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese and the chopped green onions.
  12. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

292 g

Sugar

328g

Fat

266g

Carbs

41g

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