Name: Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 (6 oz) chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1/2 cup buffalo sauce; 8 oz cream cheese, full-fat; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, optional for topping

Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake

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A hearty one-dish meal blending spicy buffalo sauce, tender chicken, and melted cheddar and mozzarella for a bold, cheesy, game-day-ready dish with minimal effort.

Author: Samantha Jones
Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 35
Total Time: 55
Yield: 4 servings
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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2 (6 oz) chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
8 oz cream cheese, full-fat
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup breadcrumbs, optional for topping

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Instructions

Cook chicken in a skillet until browned
Add buffalo sauce and simmer 3-5 minutes to coat
Mix cream cheese with half the cheddar
Spread chicken mixture in a 9×13-inch baking dish
Top with remaining cheddar, mozzarella, and optional breadcrumbs
Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes until golden

Notes

Marinate chicken in buffalo sauce for 30 minutes for deeper flavor
Add 1/4 cup sour cream to the cream cheese base for extra richness
Cover dish with foil during first 20 minutes to prevent over-browning
Top with fresh parsley or green onions instead of cooked toppings
Avoid over-mixing the cheese mixture to prevent a dense texture

Find it online: https://kindeat.com/buffalo-chicken-cheese-bake/