Monterey chicken, an easy grilled bbq chicken topped with BACON and melty cheese.
This Monterey chicken recipe is a fun chili’s copycat recipe and perfect for any weeknight meal.
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Monterey Chicken
Woo hoo! It’s time for another grilling recipe! I’m super pumped to share today’s recipe because it’s a copycat, I got to grill; that means easy cleanup AND it came out way better than I imagined it would.
So, yea you’re really in for a treat today!
Every time we go out to Chili’s (which is about every 3-4 months, we have one a couple miles from our house so it’s pretty convenient.) Jeremy gets the Monterey Chicken and it’s always great.
I love the combination of bacon, cheese, and bbq sauce. I’ve made chicken Monterey at home a couple times in the oven but taking it out on the grill is where it’s at!
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Thank you so much for your eagerness to view my recipe.
If you would rather not hear my super helpful tips and tricks, FAQ, and my overall awesomeness and get straight to this delicious Monterey Chicken – you can very easily scroll all the way to the bottom of this post for the full printable FREE recipe! Bon appetit.
It’s insane how easy this is to whip up as well! I love a good copy cat recipe!
One trick I have for making a successful dinner while grilling out is to take your sides out to the grill with you!
I was boiling away some potatoes for some garlic mash potatoes while cooking the chicken. That way you don’t have to keep running back inside to check the stove, easy!
I also always get my grill station ready before heading outside. This way I won’t forget anything and have to run back inside. Try using a tray like this one here!
Can I put the bbq sauce on the chicken monterey as soon as I start grilling?
Don’t baste the chicken as soon as it hits the grill or else the sugars in the BBQ sauce will burn. And we don’t want that!
At what temperature is chicken cooked and safe to eat?
Chicken is fully cooked at 165°F. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer like this one!
Chicken Monterey- a delicious dinner every time!
Monterey chicken chili’s copycat recipe – you can’t go wrong with this crowd-pleasing meal!
You can also make this into a Monterey chicken sandwich. So good!
How to make Monteray Chicken:
Dice and cook bacon it in a skillet over medium-low heat until crispy. Set aside.
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and the dried spices.
Heat grill and grease grates, place chicken on grill over medium heat. Let cook until almost done.
When the chicken has an internal temperature of 150°F, baste with BBQ sauce on both sides and continue cooking until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
When chicken is cooked through, place half of the bacon on top of each piece. Mix the cheeses together and spread evenly over each piece.
Let the cheese melt.
Serve and enjoy!
Yummm, doesn’t that look amazing?! It made for a very satisfying meal, served with the mashed potatoes and Brussel sprouts!
I will be making this recipe, again and again, this summer on the grill! What’s your favorite dish to grill out??
Tools used to make Monterey Chicken:
Monterey Chicken
This recipe is enough for two portions. So, just double or triple the ingredients as required!
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts boneless skinless
- 1/4 Cup mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 Cup Monterey/Cheddar blend cheese or just cheddar is good!
- 4 slices bacon
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Before we start grilling, cut bacon in medium dice and cook it in a skillet over medium-low heat until crispy. Set aside. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and the dried spices.
- Heat grill over high heat for at least 5 minutes. Grease grates, place chicken on grill over medium heat. Let cook until almost done. When the chicken has an internal temperature of 150°F, baste with BBQ sauce on both sides and continue cooking until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. (Don't baste the chicken as soon as it hits the grill or else the sugars in the BBQ sauce will burn.)
- When chicken is cooked through, place half of the bacon on top of each piece. Mix the cheeses together and spread evenly over each piece.
- Place top of the grill down and let the cheese melt, this will only take a couple minutes. Serve.
Nutrition
Don’t forget to go see Parrish’s recipe for Grilled Everything Chicken!
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Dana DeVolk
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Virginia says
That chicken sounds delicious! I think my family will love it. Thanks for the recipe. Pinning.
Julie says
Oh good grief, that looks amazing! I am just waiting for our dinner to finish cooking it looks so boring compares to this!
Rachel @ Craft, Art & Mess says
This is great, my 3 favourite things, chicken, bacon and cheese. Thanks for sharing on Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop.
Jennifer Johnson says
One of my husbands favorites! I can’t wait to make this I am so glad it is grilling season!
Hammersmith Carpet Cleaners says
Ohhhhh, this looks so good! Can’t wait to try that chicken! Thank you for sharing!
Carpet Cleaning Battersea says
Oh, my gosh! This looks really yummy! Pinned and thanks for the instructions! Great job!
Janine Huldie says
My husband and I love Chili’s too and have ordered this in the past and enjoyed it. So, I am going to try your copycat hopefully very soon for us. Thanks for sharing at the Pin It Hop once again today 🙂
the cape on the corner says
oh good lord, YUM!
Becky says
Goodness gracious, this looks so good. You had me at bacon! lol
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
This is one of our favorite summer grilling recipes!! Pinned!
Sara @ Mamas Therapy says
I used to get this all the time at Chilis! Will need my husband to fire up the grill later to try! Thanks for sharing.
Joyce says
Looks delicious!!! Stopping by from Let’s get real link up party!
Adelina Priddis says
Ooo I love Chili’s Monterey Chicken! Thank you for sharing on Foodie Friday. I needed an excuse to go grill again.
Wanda Ann @ Memories by the Mile says
Dana,
I absolutely LOVE your pictures. Everyone I just sigh! This chicken looks and sounds great.
Hugs,
Wanda Ann @ Memories by the Mile
Marti says
This looks mouthwatering!! Thank you for sharing it with us. Pinning to the party board. Have a great weekend! 🙂
Joy @ Yesterfood says
Dana, thank you so much fro sharing this gorgeous chicken with us at Treasure Box Tuesday!! I am sharing on Facebook this morning! ♥
Emily says
that chicken looks amazing! thank you so much for linking up to Create Link Inspire! I just wanted to let you know that I’m featuring your recipe today in a Chicken Recipes post. I’ve shared it all over my social media and tagged you where I could. I would really appreciate any reshares! Have a great weekend! [email protected]
[email protected] says
Wow, YUM!!! Definitely pinning this one. Now I just need a grill!!
SITS Girls ♥
Gina says
I think we would be dangerous in the kitchen together. This is totally something I would make – YUM! Think of all the amazing things we could come up with together. 🙂
Dana DeVolk says
Oh man, that would be so much fun! Although we would probably gain 20ish pounds… lol!
maria @ close to home says
what a yummy grilling recipe. Thanks for linking up and I have pinned this to our #fridayfrenzy board. http://www.stayingclosetohome.com/craft-recipe-party-fridayfrenzy-514.html