Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken
Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken is a delectable dish featuring tender chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a delightful spicy kick. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your family and friends alike. Serve it over fluffy rice or warm cornbread to soak up all the delicious sauce and elevate your meal experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
- In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and hot sauce until smooth.
- Spread half of the creamy mixture in the baking dish; place seasoned chicken on top and cover with remaining sauce.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve the chicken with any remaining sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For an extra kick, substitute sharp cheddar with pepper jack cheese. Add sautéed bell peppers for color and crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until warmed through.