Description
Indulge in the richness of Million Dollar Chicken, a decadent baked chicken dish smothered in a cheesy, bacon-studded topping. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or a special gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 bone-in skin-on chicken breasts
For the Topping:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the Topping: In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble: Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and spread the cheese mixture over them. Top with crumbled bacon.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and light mayonnaise.
- Pair with steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with topping
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 44 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 170 mg
