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Smothered Chicken Bacon Cheddar

Indulgent Smothered Chicken Bacon Cheddar for Comfort Food Lovers

This Smothered Chicken Bacon Cheddar features juicy chicken thighs in a rich, cheesy sauce with crispy bacon, perfect for comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Easy Dinners
Cuisine Southern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Juicy and tender

For the Sauce

  • 1 can Cream of Cheddar Soup Creates the rich base
  • 1 can Cream of Herbed Chicken Soup Adds extra flavor complexity
  • 1 cup Milk Use whole or plant-based alternative
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Increase for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can substitute with fresh onions
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Infuses a smoky richness
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for preferred spice level

For the Topping

  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • ½ cup Bacon Bits Can swap with turkey bacon

For the Base

  • 3 cups Cooked Rice Fluffy, to serve as base

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of cheddar soup, cream of herbed chicken soup, and milk until smooth.
  • Stir in minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
  • Coat the bottom of the baking dish evenly with cooked rice.
  • Arrange chicken thighs on top of the rice.
  • Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the chicken and rice.
  • Sprinkle cheddar cheese and bacon bits on top.
  • Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
  • Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Using chicken thighs keeps the dish juicy; adjust the seasoning in the sauce for best flavor balance. Allow to rest post-baking to enhance texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg
Keyword cheesy chicken, chicken recipe, comfort food, Easy Dinner, family meals, Smothered Chicken Bacon Cheddar
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