Bacon Jammin' Chicken Extravaganza Sammich

[nverland]

Bacon Jammin' Chicken Extravaganza Sammich
Prep: 10 Min Cook: 25 Min

Ingredients

JALAPENO BACON JAM
1 lb good quality bacon, fried and crumbled (or cut up and fry)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
3 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 c light brown sugar, packed
1/4 c strong brewed black coffee
1/4 c maple syrup
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp grainy spicy brown mustard

SANDWICH
2 slice favorite grilling bread per sandwich per serving
2 to 3 oz sliced chicken (deli, roasted, grilled or fried) per sandwich
2 slice cheddar cheese per sandwich
Dijon mustard
Bacon jam
Fried bacon slices

Directions

1 BACON JAM: Cut bacon in 1-inch pieces. Fry in large skillet over medium heat until crisp (don't overcook). Drain on paper towels. Discard all but 2 Tbsp. bacon grease. NOTE: I keep my bacon grease in the fridge for other recipes.
2 Sauté onion, garlic and pepper in reserved bacon grease over a medium heat for about 4 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Return bacon to pan; add remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat and continue to simmer for about 20 minutes or until thickened.
3 SANDWICH: Heat griddle over medium heat.
4 Butter the outer sides of bread; place on griddle. Spread mustard on inside of each piece of bread, layer each piece with a slice of cheddar cheese, and then add layer of chicken on one piece, top chicken with bacon jam and then place 2nd cheese, bacon slices and bread on top. Brown on each side, flipping occasionally to ensure cheese melts and that you don’t burn bread.