Jul 13 2026
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The Kansas City Recipe

Inspired by Franklin's Famous Cheesesteak Company
Time30m
Serves4

Tossed in KC BBQ sauce, with grilled Sweet Onion's, Red, Yellow, & Orange Bell Peppers, topped with Cheddar Cheese.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prep the Vegetables

    Slice the Sweet Onion and the bell peppers (red, yellow, and orange) into thin strips, about 1/4 inch wide.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Chicken

    Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs and pat them dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Grill the Chicken

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the seasoned chicken thighs on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

  2. 4

    Cook the Vegetables

    In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and the sliced sweet onion and bell peppers. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

  3. 5

    Add BBQ Sauce

    Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and toss it in a bowl with the Kansas City BBQ sauce until well coated.

  4. 6

    Combine Chicken and Vegetables

    Add the BBQ-coated chicken back to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables and mix together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.

  5. 7

    Melt the Cheese

    Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken and vegetable mixture in the skillet. Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the cheese to melt for about 2 minutes.

Serving

  1. 8

    Serve

    Remove from heat and serve immediately, either on its own or over rice or in a sandwich. Enjoy your Kansas City BBQ chicken!

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