Description
Million Dollar Chicken Bake is a delightful fusion of flavors that elevates ordinary baked chicken into an unforgettable dish. This creamy, cheesy creation is generously layered with crispy bacon and topped with melty colby jack cheese, making it an instant hit for family dinners or special gatherings. Best of all, you can whip it up in just 10 minutes of prep time! Serve it alongside a fresh salad or comforting sides for a complete meal that will please both kids and adults alike. Experience the rich taste and simplicity of this one-dish wonder that promises to become a staple in your weekly menu.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thinly cut)
- 6 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup green onions (chopped)
- 1.5 cups colby jack cheese (shredded)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, crumbled bacon, chopped green onions, and half of the shredded colby jack cheese until well blended.
- Arrange the thinly cut chicken breasts in a baking dish and spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded colby jack cheese on top.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Garnish with additional crumbled bacon and chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dish (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg