Grilled Monterey Recipe
Marinated grilled chicken topped with smoked bacon, Monterey Jack cheese and Caribbean mayonnaise.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Toppings
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well blended.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best flavor.
Grilling the Chicken
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 4
Adding Toppings
- 5
Cook the Bacon
While the chicken is grilling, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 6
Add Cheese and Bacon
Once the chicken is done grilling, top each breast with a generous portion of shredded Monterey Jack cheese and a couple of slices of crispy bacon. Close the grill lid for about 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
Serving
- 7
Prepare the Plate
Remove the chicken from the grill and drizzle with Caribbean mayonnaise. Serve immediately.
