BBQ Avocado Bacon and Cheddar Chicken
Try this BBQ Avocado Bacon and Cheddar Chicken recipe or contribute your own.
Try this BBQ Avocado Bacon and Cheddar Chicken recipe or contribute your own.
- Carbohydrate 4.502225 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0.06825 g
- Fiber 1.34225002169609 g
- Protein 0.56875 g
- Saturated Fat 0.0102375 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (51g)
- Sodium 322.815143229167 mg
- Sugar 3.15997497830391 g
- Trans Fat 0.0143325 g
- Calories 24 calories
Step-by-step
- Add bacon halves to a large, 12" skillet over medium heat then saute until browned. Remove bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain then remove all but 1 Tablespoon bacon grease from the skillet and turn the heat up slightly.
- Season chicken cutlets on both sides with salt and pepper then add to the skillet and saute until golden brown on one side, 2-3 minutes. Flip then spread a heaping Tablespoon BBQ sauce on top of each cutlet, followed by 2 bacon halves, 1/4 of the avocado slices, and 1/4 of the shredded cheese. Place a lid on top of the skillet then cook until the cheese has melted and chicken is cooked through, 2 minutes. Transfer onto plates then serve.
When total preparation time compresses to thirty minutes, skillet management dictates success. Slicing thick chicken breasts widthwise creates uniform cutlets that cook evenly without drying out. This method draws inspiration from classic American pub-style grilled chicken toppings, merging smoky barbecue sauce with melted cheddar and avocado.
Skillet Execution
Render bacon in a twelve-inch skillet over medium heat until crisp. Retain exactly one tablespoon of rendered fat to sear the seasoned cutlets. Turn the burner slightly higher before adding the chicken to encourage rapid browning. Searing requires two to three minutes per side to achieve a golden crust. Layering the barbecue sauce, bacon, avocado slices, and shredded cheese immediately after flipping allows residual heat to start the melting process. Covering the pan traps steam, ensuring the cheddar liquefies fully within two minutes while the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Use freshly shredded cheddar instead of pre-bagged varieties to avoid anti-caking agents that hinder smooth melting.
- Choose firm-ripe Hass avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure; overripe fruit will disintegrate under the heat of the covered skillet.
- Store leftover cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, though avocado should be added fresh upon reheating to prevent oxidation.
