Smothered Chicken Breasts Recipe

By sklesley

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 8 bacon strips
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 5mins
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Sprinkle chicken with salt and lemon-pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil for 6-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°; remove and keep warm.

In same skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings.

In drippings, saute onion and brown sugar until onion is tender and golden brown. Place two bacon strips on each chicken breast half; top with caramelized onions and cheese.
Yield: 4 servings.