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Jalapeño Buffalo Chicken Casserole

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A spicy, creamy baked chicken dish with jalapeños and buffalo sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners and potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (approx. 300 g cooked)
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce (240 ml)
  • 1 cup sour cream (240 g)
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened (225 g)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided (100 g)
  • 1 cup diced jalapeños, fresh or pickled (150 g)
  • 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa (195 g)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Set oven and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  3. Combine chicken, buffalo sauce, sour cream, cream cheese, jalapeños, cooked rice, and half the cheddar in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Transfer mixture to greased casserole dish, spread evenly, and top with remaining cheddar.
  5. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with sliced green onions, and serve.

Notes

If using frozen cooked rice, thaw fully to avoid excess moisture. For a lower-carb option, replace rice with cauliflower rice.

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