Mississippi Mud Chicken: Easy Recipe for a Comforting Meal
A delightful and comforting dish that combines the flavors of chicken with a rich, savory sauce and is served best over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a baking dish, place the chicken breasts in a single layer.
- In a bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, and add the chopped green onions.
- Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot over rice or pasta.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mix.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Mississippi Mud Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food