Description
Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole is a delectable dish that marries tender chicken with zesty buffalo sauce, fresh jalapeños, and a gooey cheese topping. This comforting casserole is perfect for family dinners or game nights, delivering an explosion of flavor with every bite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a surefire hit for spice lovers and casual diners alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the prepared baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the garlic and jalapeños until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, buffalo sauce, and sautéed vegetables until smooth. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
- Top with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 225g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg