Description
Experience the mouthwatering delight of Spicy Southern Cheesy Chicken, where crispy, tender chicken breasts meet a rich, creamy cheese sauce with a perfect kick of spice. This dish is ideal for family dinners or festive gatherings, easy to prepare, and guarantees satisfaction with every bite. Pair it with rice, pasta, or enjoy it as a delicious sandwich filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2–4 tbsp hot sauce (to taste)
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts liberally with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, minced garlic, and hot sauce until smooth.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and spoon the cheesy mixture generously over each piece.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the top is golden brown.
- Serve warm, drizzling any remaining sauce over each serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 130mg