Description
Mississippi Mud Chicken is a mouthwatering Southern-style dish that effortlessly brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts baked with a delicious blend of BBQ sauce, creamy ranch dressing, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, all topped with crispy fried onions for an irresistible crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with family and friends, this dish is sure to become a favorite. Serve it alongside your choice of sides—like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread—for a complete meal that everyone will ask for again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Place the seasoned chicken in a greased baking dish. Brush BBQ sauce over each piece and drizzle with ranch dressing.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and cheese is bubbly.
- Top with crispy fried onions before serving. Let rest for 3–5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg