Description
Mississippi Mud Chicken is the ultimate comfort dish that brings together the best of Southern flavors in one easy-to-make recipe. This hearty chicken bake features tender, juicy chicken breasts slathered in a luscious layer of BBQ sauce and creamy ranch dressing, all topped with gooey cheddar cheese and crispy fried onions. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is sure to delight your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Place seasoned chicken in a greased baking dish.
- Brush BBQ sauce generously over each piece of chicken, followed by ranch dressing.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
- Top with crispy fried onions before serving.
- Let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg