Cheap Cheddar Chicken Bake
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheap Cheddar Chicken Bake, a budget-friendly and incredibly satisfying dinner option for busy weeknights. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seasoned and smothered in a rich, creamy sour cream and cheddar cheese mixture, then topped with golden, buttery breadcrumbs for a delightful crunch. With only 15 minutes of prep and a handful of pantry staples like garlic powder, paprika, and melted butter, this easy baked chicken recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Perfect for feeding four, this one-pan dish is as cost-effective as it is delicious, making it a go-to for families looking to stretch their grocery budget without compromising taste. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and serve alongside your favorite veggies or a simple salad for a meal that’s sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish in a single layer.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
Spread the sour cream and cheese mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
In another bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand.
Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the sour cream and cheese layer.
Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the topping is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Optional: Garnish with chopped green onions prior to serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.2 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.2 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 253 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1117 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 71.8 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 519 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
