Description
Cheesy BBQ Mississippi Mud Chicken delivers a mouth‑watering blend of smoky grape‑juice‑infused BBQ sauce, melted cheddar cheese, and tender chicken breasts, creating a rich, gooey crust that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice. This easy, weeknight‑friendly recipe requires just a handful of pantry staples, bakes in under an hour, and offers a satisfying balance of sweet and tangy flavors that will please the whole family. Ideal for busy households seeking comfort food without compromise. Enjoy me!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup grape juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken in baking dish and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour grape juice and BBQ sauce over chicken, coat well.
- Bake 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Return to oven 5-10 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve over cooked rice, add extra BBQ sauce if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add a pinch of cayenne or top with beef pepperoni before the final bake. Leftovers reheat well in a covered dish with a splash of grape juice to keep moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Family Dinners
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Cheesy BBQ Mississippi Mud Chicken, easy chicken dinner, BBQ chicken recipe, cheesy chicken bake, weeknight meals, family dinner ideas, quick chicken recipes