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July 29, 2010

Hawaiian Stuffed Barbecue Chicken

Hawaiian Stuffed Barbecue Chicken

My family is big on the "Hawaiian" flavour. Pizza being our favorite variety. We love that combination of ham, pineapple and cheese, but it's a hard one to sneak into every day meals because it doesn't go with everything.

One of our favorite summer treats is a chicken breast topped with pineapple, cheese, bacon and french fried onions. And, I love adding stuffings to my chicken because it amps up the flavor and adds that little bit of something special. Those two things are what inspired me to make these Hawaiian Stuffed Barbecue Chicken Breasts.

These are so simple to make but are a step up from regular barbecued chicken which makes them perfect for entertaining. You can slice them up before serving to showcase the fillings or leave them whole to surprise your guests.

With only five ingredients they're great for weekdays too. For an extra simple weeknight meal serve them up with some baked beans and buttered bread or a salad. It's a winning combination!

Hawaiian Stuffed Barbecue Chicken

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup Smithfield ham, diced or 8 slices Smithfield deli ham
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • 2 pineapple rings, cut in half
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, for basting

Instructions

Slice each chicken breast open horizontally, like a book. Baste with barbecue sauce then layer ham, cheese and pineapple on top. Fold together and weave closed with a soaked wooden skewer. Barbecue on medium heat for 6-8 min. on each side, or until chicken is cooked through, basting with barbecue sauce as it cooks.
July 26, 2010

Chicken Bacon Ranch Wraps

Chicken Bacon Ranch Wraps

The meals of summer are so distinct from any other time of year. So fresh, juicy, and full of crunch! mmm. (With plenty of cold fruit on the side, please.) Lighter foods seem fitting on these sunny days, especially during the heat of the day. So, if you haven’t already discovered how effortlessly perfect a wrap can be for a quick summer lunch, allow me to introduce a favorite of mine.

The name says it all: these wraps combine classic BLT flavors with grilled chicken and cheddar cheese. An unbeatable blend that will make you wonder why we didn’t put them together from the start. I love that this meal is hearty without being heavy, but most of all, I love its simplicity. The nice thing about any wrap is that you can just throw it together, as many as you need, and customize to your heart’s desire. You could spice up this wrap with freshly sliced tomatoes, green onion, avocado, grilled bell peppers, or caesar dressing would be delish, too!

P.S. We love to serve this to our campers because it’s a quick, kid-friendly meal. (bonus!)

Chicken Bacon Ranch Wraps

  • 4, 8-inch or 10-inch wraps (or tortillas)
  • 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
  • 8 slices Smithfield Naturally Hickory Smoked Bacon
  • 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 tablespoons ranch dressing

Instructions

Cook bacon and divide between wraps. Assemble wraps with several slices of grilled chicken, 2 strips of bacon, lettuce, and cheese. Drizzle ranch over all. Serves 4.
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