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Hunters Chicken Recipe

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Hunter’s Chicken is a delicious oven-baked dish featuring tender chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon, topped with flavorful BBQ sauce and a blend of melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Served best with sides like chips or mashed potatoes and fresh veggies, this comforting meal is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Bacon

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 8 rashers/strips streaky bacon (smoked or unsmoked, your preference)

Sauce and Cheese

  • 240 ml (1 cup) BBQ sauce
  • 50 g (1/2 packed cup) grated/shredded mature cheddar cheese
  • 50 g (1/2 packed cup) grated/shredded mozzarella cheese

Serving Suggestions

  • Chips or mashed potatoes
  • Veggies such as carrots, green beans, or broccoli

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven temperature to 200°C (400°F) fan-assisted. This ensures it’s hot and ready for the chicken to cook evenly.
  2. Prepare the Chicken: Wrap each chicken breast with two rashers or strips of streaky bacon. Lay them carefully in a shallow baking dish to keep them snug while cooking.
  3. Bake the Chicken: Place the dish in the oven and cook for 25 minutes. This will cook the chicken thoroughly, ensuring it’s no longer pink inside and the bacon starts to crisp up.
  4. Add the BBQ Sauce: Take the dish out of the oven and spoon the BBQ sauce over and around each chicken breast. This adds a smoky, tangy flavor to the dish.
  5. Top with Cheese: Generously sprinkle both the mature cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the sauced chicken breasts.
  6. Final Bake: Return the dish to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and turned slightly golden.

Notes

  • You can use either smoked or unsmoked bacon depending on your flavor preference.
  • Ensure chicken is cooked through by checking that juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
  • For extra flavor, consider brushing some BBQ sauce on the bacon before wrapping it around the chicken.
  • Serve with your favorite sides such as chips, mashed potatoes, or steamed veggies for a full meal.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven for best results.

Keywords: Hunter's Chicken, bacon wrapped chicken, baked chicken, BBQ chicken, cheesy chicken, comfort food

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