Description
Juicy Cheesy BBQ Mississippi Mud Chicken is a comforting one‑pan dinner that blends tender baked chicken with smoky BBQ sauce, melted cheddar, and a splash of grape juice for extra juiciness. Served over fluffy rice, this easy recipe delivers rich flavor, creamy cheese, and a satisfying texture in under an hour, making it perfect for busy families seeking a hearty, cheese‑laden chicken meal that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare. Enjoy it hot, and watch it disappear from the table! tonight!!
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup grape juice
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add diced onions, and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir grape juice and BBQ sauce into the onions, simmer a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Spread cooked rice in the bottom of a 9×13‑inch baking dish, place chicken breasts on top, and pour the sauce over the chicken.
- Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken, and bake uncovered 10–15 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
- Let the dish rest a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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