Best 5 Cheddar Cheese Chicken Bake Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Cheddar Cheese Chicken Bake, a delectable dish that combines tender chicken, melted cheddar cheese, and a creamy sauce for an irresistible experience. This easy-to-make recipe promises a flavorful and comforting meal that will satisfy your cravings.

Dive into the cheesy goodness of our Classic Cheddar Cheese Chicken Bake, a timeless recipe that showcases the perfect balance of flavors. Discover a variation with our Broccoli Cheddar Cheese Chicken Bake, where succulent broccoli florets add a touch of verdancy and extra nutrition. For a spicy kick, try our Jalapeño Cheddar Cheese Chicken Bake, where diced jalapeños infuse a delightful heat into the creamy sauce.

If you prefer a crispy twist, our Cheddar Cheese Chicken Nuggets offer a delightful finger food option. These bite-sized morsels of chicken are coated in a crunchy breadcrumb mixture and baked to perfection, complemented by a zesty cheddar cheese dipping sauce.

For a one-pan meal, our Cheddar Cheese Chicken and Rice Casserole combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a velvety cheddar cheese sauce for a hearty and satisfying dish. And for a healthier alternative, our Cheddar Cheese Chicken Quinoa Bake offers a protein-packed and gluten-free option, where quinoa replaces rice, providing a nutritious twist to this classic recipe.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHEDDAR CHEESE CHICKEN PASTA BAKE



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A creamy, cheesy plateful of delicious comfort to delight your taste buds! Indulge yourself.

Provided by Heather T.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, or as desired
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon hot sauce
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat. Toss in chicken, onion powder, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Cook and stir until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 7 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Whisk chicken broth and flour together in a bowl until well blended. Pour over the chicken in the skillet. Add half the Cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, cream, butter, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce; stir to combine. Continue stirring over medium heat until sauce starts to thicken, about 10 minutes. Stir cooked pasta into skillet.
  • Pour chicken-pasta mixture into a glass baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and melted, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.8 calories, Carbohydrate 39.4 g, Cholesterol 116.6 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 805.7 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHEESY CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Cheesy Chicken Casserole has pasta in a creamy cheesy sauce baked until golden and bubbly.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Casserole     Main Course

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups shell noodles (uncooked )
3 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup red bell pepper (diced)
1 onion (finely diced)
½ teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
10 ¾ ounces cream of chicken soup (condensed)
1 ⅓ cups milk
3 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)
⅓ cup parmesan cheese (shredded)
4 ounces mild green chiles
3 cups cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Cook shells al dente according to package directions.
  • Cook onion and red bell pepper in butter until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in salt and chili powder.
  • In a large bowl combine soup, onion mixture, milk and 2 cups cheddar cheese and parmesan cheese. Mix well. Stir in chicken, pasta and green chiles.
  • Spread into a 9x13 casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 39 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Cholesterol 138 mg, Sodium 1197 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEDDAR BAKED CHICKEN



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This recipe is very quick and easy to prepare. The flavors blend to make it rather tasty. It is great with plain white rice and your favorite vegetable. Why not give it a try?

Provided by Judy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

¼ cup butter, melted
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup crispy rice cereal
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut in half
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a medium baking dish with 1/4 cup melted butter.
  • In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a separate bowl, beat together the egg and milk. In a third bowl, mix the cheese, bread crumbs, cereal. Dredge chicken pieces in the flour mixture, dip in the egg mixture, then press in the breadcrumb mixture to coat. Arrange in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle 2 tablespoons butter evenly over chicken.
  • Bake 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until coating is golden brown and chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.9 g, Cholesterol 119.5 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 866 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

CHEDDAR CHICKEN



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A quick and easy coated chicken recipe for busy people on the go!

Provided by Karen Anne Bush

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup crushed cornflakes cereal
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup butter, melted
8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix the cornflake crumbs, Parmesan cheese and Cheddar cheese.
  • Dip the chicken breasts in the melted butter, and roll them in the cornflake crumb mixture. Place chicken in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 109.3 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 320.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CRISPY CHEDDAR CHICKEN



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Make and share this Crispy Cheddar Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Aunt Sukki

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 large chicken breasts
2 sleeves Ritz crackers
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup milk
3 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 (14 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Cut each chicken breast into 3 large chunks.
  • In a small food processor grind up the ritz crackers.
  • Pour the milk, cheese and cracker crumbs into 3 separate small pans. Toss the 1/4 t salt and 1/8 t pepper into the cracker crumbs and stir the mixture around to combine.
  • Dip each piece of chicken into the milk then the cheese and finally the cracker crumbs.
  • Spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray and lay the chicken inside the pan.
  • Sprinkle the dried parsley over the chicken.
  • Cover the pan with tin foil and bake at 400 degrees for 35 minutes. Remove the tin foil, bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the edges of the chicken are golden brown and crispy.
  • Into a medium sized sauce pan combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream and butter with a whisk. Stir it over medium high heat until the sauce is nice and hot. Serve over the chicken.

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, use a combination of panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking dish. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through. It should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Cheddar Cheese Chicken Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. The combination of chicken, cheddar cheese, and creamy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table.

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