Description
Mississippi Mud Chicken is the ultimate comfort dish that combines the rich flavors of BBQ sauce, creamy ranch dressing, and gooey cheddar cheese. This Southern-style recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; add garlic powder or smoked paprika if desired.
- Place seasoned chicken in a greased baking dish and brush each piece generously with BBQ sauce. Spoon ranch dressing evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over each chicken breast.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and cheese is bubbly.
- Top with crispy fried onions just before serving and let rest for 3–5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg