Smothered Chicken Breasts

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 8 slices bacon
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup shredded colby-monterey jack cheese

Recipe

• 1 sprinkle chicken with salt and lemon-pepper. in a large skillet, cook chicken in oil for 13-15 minutes or until juices run clear; remove and keep warm.
• 2 in the same skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. in the drippings, saute the onion and brown sugar until onion is golden. place two bacon strips on each chicken breast half; top with caramelized onions and cheese.