BBQ Cheddar Glazed Chicken Breasts

Ingredients

• 12 large chicken breasts(500g)
• 22 tablespoon olive oil(27g)
• 31 tablespoon smoked paprika(7g)
• 41 teaspoon garlic powder(3g)
• 51 teaspoon onion powder(2.5g)
• 60.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper(1g)
• 70.5 cup bbq sauce(120g)
• 81 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded(113g)
• 90.5 teaspoon salt(3g)
• 100.25 teaspoon black pepper(0.5g)

Instructions

1. 1Pat chicken breasts dry.
2. 2Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
3. 3Rub the spice blend thoroughly over the chicken breasts.
4. 4Heat olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
5. 5Sear the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until deeply browned and nearly cooked through.
6. 6Brush the bbq sauce generously over each chicken breast.
7. 7Top each piece with a handful of sharp cheddar cheese.
8. 8Cover the pan with a lid for 2–3 minutes, or place under a broiler, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
9. 9Remove from the pan and let rest for 5 minutes before serving hot.