Best 4 Monterey Chicken Bonanza Copycat Food Meanderings Recipes

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Are you craving the delicious taste of Monterey Chicken Bonanza, but don't have the time or resources to visit the restaurant? Look no further! With this comprehensive guide, you'll discover the secrets to creating an authentic Monterey Chicken Bonanza copycat dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a flavorful and satisfying meal that will transport you to the heart of the Monterey Peninsula.

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This recipe is a copycat version of Bonanza/Ponderosa restaurant's Monterey Chicken breast recipe. It's also Weight Watchers friendly at only 3 WW points on the blue plan!

Provided by Terri Gilson

Categories     dinner     supper

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice (from concerntrate)
1 tbsp soya sauce
1/4 tsp salt
2 tsp garlic powder
16 oz - bottle of Catalina Salad Dressing (475 ml)

Steps:

  • Mix all marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Set aside 1/4 of the marinade (and place in separate sealed container in fridge)
  • Cover raw chicken with remaining marinade in a sealed container and place in fridge to marinate overnight (8 hours)
  • Remove chicken from marinade and dispose of used marinade. *The chicken will have a pinkish/orange color from the marinade.
  • Grill (or cook in frying pan on stovetop over medium-high heat) marinated chicken until thoroughly cooked (about 15-20 minutes), brushing with the marinade you set aside, before removing from the grill.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 48 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Sodium 677 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHILI'S MONTEREY CHICKEN



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From Copykat.com (http://www.copykat.com) This is traditionally served as a sandwich but may be served as is!

Provided by JustaQT

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 boneless skinless chicken breast
2 teaspoons barbecue sauce (she recommends Bull's Eye)
2 slices crisp bacon (should be very crispy)
1/4 cup monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend

Steps:

  • Pound chicken breast until it is somewhat flattened, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Spray Pam in a nonstick skillet, and cook chicken breast until it is done.
  • Transfer to a serving plate.
  • Top chicken breast with Barbeque sauce, bacon, and cheese.
  • Broil chicken breast in the oven, or melt the cheese in a microwave.
  • Sprinkle with a small amount of cold chopped tomatoes and chives.

MONTEREY CHICKEN



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Classic Monterey Chicken with sauteed onions, peppers and mushrooms. It's worth the extra time!!

Provided by Leigh

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup teriyaki marinade sauce
½ pound bacon
2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, cut into long slices
1 small green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, coarsely chopped
4 slices mozzarella cheese

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.2 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 140.2 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 46.4 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 2806.6 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

MONTEREY CHICKEN



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Make and share this Monterey Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Catie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 8h30m

Yield 4 chicken breasts, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
5 dashes garlic
5 dashes salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup of shredded monterey jack cheese
8 slices apple-smoked bacon
8 tablespoons barbecue sauce, of your choice

Steps:

  • Mix the honey, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic and salt together and place chicken breasts in it. Add enough water to bring the marinade up to the middle of the chicken breast.
  • OR.
  • Mix together the marinade (as mentioned above) and place into a ZipLoc bag large enough for all the chicken breasts to fit inches Add water until the marinade reaches the top of the chicken breasts.
  • Marinate for as close to 8 hours as possible.
  • To cook:.
  • Bake, Broil, Grill or Skillet Fry, either way works well. Chili's grills (and I prefer grilled). Choose your preferred method and cook until the breasts are done.
  • While the breasts are cooking, fry up the bacon until CRISP!
  • When the chicken is done, top each breast with 2 tbsps of BBQ sauce, two strips of bacon and 1/4 cup of shredded cheese.
  • Microwave the breasts (or broil) until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve!

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can mash the avocado and cilantro together with a fork.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of spice in the sauce to your liking.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or salad.
  • For a healthier version, use low-fat or non-fat sour cream and cheese.

Conclusion:

Monterey Chicken Bonanza is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight meal. With its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful avocado-cilantro dressing, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover chicken. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give Monterey Chicken Bonanza a try!

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