Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Sauce and Toppings
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
- Season the chicken: Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to build a flavorful base.
- Prepare baking dish: Lightly grease a baking dish and arrange the seasoned chicken breasts inside in a single layer.
- Mix and spread sauce: In a bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise thoroughly, then spread this creamy mixture over the top of each chicken breast to add moisture and richness.
- Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sauced chicken breasts to create a melted cheesy crust during baking.
- Bake the chicken: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish with bacon and green onions: Remove the dish from the oven and top the chicken with crumbled cooked bacon and chopped green onions for added texture and flavor before serving.
Notes
- Serve Mississippi Mud Chicken over rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Use Monterey Jack cheese instead of cheddar for a milder, creamier flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
