Ingredients for - Monterey Chicken
How to cook deliciously - Monterey Chicken
1. Stage
Marinate the chicken: Place chicken in a nonporous glass dish or bowl. Pour teriyaki marinade over chicken and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
2. Stage
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
3. Stage
Remove chicken from the marinade and place in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Reserve 1/3 cup marinade and discard the rest.
4. Stage
Bake chicken in the preheated oven until cooked through and juices run clear, 20 to 30 minutes.
5. Stage
Meanwhile, place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain and set aside.
6. Stage
Melt butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms for about 3 to 5 minutes. Add reserved 1/3 cup marinade and simmer until soft. Drain and set onion mixture aside.
7. Stage
Top baked chicken with bacon strips. Add onion mixture and top each breast with a slice of cheese. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, another 10 to 15 minutes.