The Tennessee Squealer Recipe

Preparation and Cooking

1. 1

   Marinate the Chicken

   In a resealable plastic bag, combine the chicken breasts with half of the BBQ sauce. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.

2. 2

   Cook the Bacon

   In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove from skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess fat. Reserve the bacon grease in the skillet.

3. 3

   Prepare the Onion Straws

   Slice the red onion into thin rings. In a bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Dip the onion rings into the milk, then dredge in the flour mixture until well coated.

4. 4

   Fry the Onion Straws

   Heat the vegetable oil in the reserved bacon grease skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, fry the coated onion rings in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

5. 5

   Grill the Chicken

   Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

6. 6

   Assemble the Squealer

   Once the chicken is cooked, place each breast on a serving plate. Top with crispy bacon, a generous drizzle of BBQ sauce, pickles, and a handful of fried onion straws. Serve immediately.