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Mississippi Mud Chicken

Mississippi Mud Chicken: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Mississippi Mud Chicken is a creamy, dreamy casserole made with tender chicken, rich sauce, cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into uniform cubes
For the Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 10.5 oz cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix 28g
For the Cheese & Toppings
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
  • 8 slices bacon or turkey bacon for a lighter version
  • 1/2 cup green onions sliced, or omit

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • white ceramic dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a large skillet, cook eight slices of bacon over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes until crispy. Remove and crumble.
  2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In the same skillet, heat olive oil and sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a ceramic dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and ranch seasoning mix. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken in the ceramic dish and toss gently to coat.
  5. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover with cheddar cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbling.
  6. Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then top with crumbled bacon and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, use freshly shredded cheese and let the casserole sit after baking for optimal texture.

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