Step 1

Carefully Slice the two chicken breast into 4 cutlets, by using a sharp knife to cut the chicken breasts in half crosswise. Place the cutlet in a ziplock bag one at a time and use a meat tenderiser or rolling plan to flatten. Set aside.

Step 2

Spray a deep frying pan over a medium high heat with cooking oil spray.

Step 3

Add the onion and garlic and fry until softened.

Step 4

Add in all other ingredients for the sauce, bring to a boil, reduce heat slightly, cover and and let the sauce bubble to reduce down and really thicken (approx 10 minutes, don't put the heat too low), ensure you let the sauce reduce down and thicken before proceeding to the next steps, or your sauce will be too runny.

Step 5

Preheat oven to 200c, 180c fan, 400f, gas mark 6

Step 6

Once the sauce has thickened, add the sauce in a even layer to baking tray or oven proof dish.

Step 7

Place the flattened chicken breasts into the sauce. Brush over the top with the barbecue sauce to ensure they are all fully coated.

Step 8

Place 2 slices of bacon on top of each chicken breast, and again brust over the top with the barbecue sauce, so that the bacon pieces are also fully covered.

Step 9

Top with the cheese and pinch of black pepper and bake in the oven for approx 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted.

Step 10

You can then place under a medium heat on the grill (broil) until the top is golden.

Step 11

Serve with your choice of sides and enjoy!!