Description
Savor the bold flavors of our Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole, where tender chicken meets a creamy, spicy sauce and gooey cheese. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for game nights or busy weeknights, bringing everyone together for a delicious meal. With its vibrant colors and comforting aroma, this dish guarantees to be the star of your dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh jalapeños, diced
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken breasts for about 6–7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Dice once cooled.
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, buffalo sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the diced chicken and jalapeños until well combined.
- Layer half of the mixture in a greased baking dish, sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese, then repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute jalapeños with milder peppers if desired. For added richness, consider mixing in more cheese or sour cream.