Description
This Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole is a flavorful and spicy twist on a classic comfort food dish. Packed with tender chicken, creamy cheeses, and a kick of buffalo sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit with spice lovers.
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture:
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup cooked rice or cauliflower rice
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 jalapeños (thinly sliced, seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×9-inch or similar baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, mozzarella, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add jalapeños: Fold in the sliced jalapeños, reserving some for topping.
- Bake: Spread the mixture in the baking dish, top with reserved jalapeños, and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust buffalo sauce to taste.
- Substitute quinoa or pasta for rice.
- Use cauliflower rice and Greek yogurt for a low-carb option.
- Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
