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A close up view of A plate with crinkle fries, cauliflower, and two barbecue chicken tenders topped with bacon onion jam.

Barbecue Chicken with Onion Bacon Jam

Sweet and spiced barbecue rubbed chicken can be cooked in a pan or grilled then is topped with a sweet and tangy onion bacon jam for a tasty weeknight meal.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

For the bacon onion jam:

  • 4 slices bacon chopped
  • 2 onions thinly sliced
  • 3 Tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/3 c. vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

For the chicken:

  • 1 1/2 lb. chicken breasts or chicken breast tenders
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • To make the jam place the bacon in a sauce pan over medium heat. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned.
  • Remove from pan and drain on a paper towel.
  • In the same pan add the onions over medium low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have begun to caramelize.
  • Add the bourbon to the onions and saute for 1 minute.
  • Add the salt, pepper, brown sugar, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Return the bacon to the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
  • In a small bowl combine the brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts or tenders.
  • Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Divide the chicken between the plates. Top with the bacon jam.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food Network Magazine