As someone who eats gluten free and dairy free daily, I love to give the dairy free recipe option as well in case you may need it! This dish is also friendly for several dietary needs. It’s naturally gluten-free, and it can be fat-free or dairy free as well.
This cheesy BBQ chicken skillet is the perfect weeknight meal or lunch. This Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese incredibly easy to make with simple ingredients. This easy recipes is ready in under 15 minutes. The whole family will love this flavorful easy one pan dinner, just like my gluten free chicken and Brussels sprout skillet.
So whether you’re short on time, looking for a option, or have dietary restrictions, this cheesy BBQ chicken skillet is a perfect addition to your dinner table.
why you’ll love this recipe
- The beauty of this Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese recipe uses 4 main ingredients. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a busy night!
- You can use leftover chicken, or cook some chicken breasts right in the skillet for an even faster meal.
- Need to meal prep? This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights! Simply double or triple the ingredients and cook a larger batch. Portion it out into containers for easy grab-and-go lunches throughout the week.
- Minimal Ingredients: This cheesy baked bbq chicken uses common pantry staples you likely already have.
- Quick and Easy: Takes under 15 minutes to prepare and cook.
- Versatile: Use leftover chicken or cook it right in the pan.
- Meal-prep Friendly: Easily doubled or tripled for meal prepping throughout the week.
- Packed with protein from the chicken and some greens from the scallions.
ingredients & substitutions
Scallions: These add a mild oniony flavor. Chopped red onions or green onions can be used instead.
BBQ Sauce: Use your favorite kind of barbeque sauce! This adds smoky sweetness to the dish. Any kind of BBQ sauce works great including tangy bbq sauce, sticky bbq sauce or homemade bbq sauce. I like sweet baby ray brand the best.
Shredded Cooked Chicken: Leftover chicken is perfect. You can also cook boneless chicken breasts or thighs in the pan first or even in your slow cooker. If you cook the large chicken breasts in the slow cooker add any chicken broth, chicken stock or bone broth to give the shredded chicken extra flavor. If you do not have any broth you can use water. Season the water with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.
Cheddar Cheese: This melts nicely and adds a cheesy flavor to the barbecue chicken breast. Any shredded cheese you like will work including mozzarella cheese or monterey jack cheese.
Salt and Pepper: These basic spices enhance the overall flavor. Season to your taste.
taste & texture
This cheesy BBQ chicken skillet is a delicious combination of savory and sweet. The tangy barbecue sauce gives the chicken a smoky and tangy flavor. The melted cheddar cheese adds a creamy richness. The scallions offer a mild oniony bite. The tender juicy chicken is flavorful. The cheese gets melty and gooey, clinging to the chicken and vegetables.
directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In your oven-safe skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add potatoes and bake for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are golden brown.
- Add the scallions and bake for about 2 more minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Remove from oven. Stir in the BBQ sauce and chicken.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.
- Place the skillet back in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
expert tips & tricks
- If you don’t have leftover shredded chicken, cook boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the skillet before adding the other ingredients.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce depending on your desired level of sweetness and smokiness.
- For a crowd pleaser spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few slices of jalapeno to the sauce.
- If you don’t have scallions, you can substitute them with chopped red onion or green onions.
- Serve the skillet with a side of rice, mashed potatoes, or your favorite vegetables.
- If you don’t have an oven safe skillet or cast iron skillet use a baking dish or a baking sheet. Add parchment paper for this Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese. The parchment paper will help with an easy clean up!
- You can also use full grilled chicken breasts instead of shredded chicken to make bbq chicken breasts.
- Use any leftover bbq sauce to make bbq chicken quesadillas, bbq chicken pizza, a bbq chicken bake or a bbq chicken sandwich.
- Add smokey bacon, extra crispy bacon or turkey bacon to make this a cheesy bacon bbq chicken recipe.
- Add any herbs or seasoning for great flavor such as garlic powder or onion powder!
how to make this a low carb recipe
Swap the BBQ sauce for a low-sugar or sugar-free alternative to make this a low cab Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese. Use a low-carb cheese substitute like mozzarella or a shredded cheese blend specifically designed for low-carb diets.
how to make this a low fat recipe
To make this a low fat Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese, cook the scallions in a non-stick pan with a light spray of cooking oil. Choose a low-fat cheddar cheese or a fat-free cheese alternative.
how to make this a vegan recipe
For a vegan Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese, replace the chicken with cooked shredded jackfruit or chickpeas. Use vegan cheese shreds or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
how to serve, store and meal prep
This Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese dish is delicious served on its own. You can also serve with a side of rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Leftover cheesy Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese can be stored in an airtight container or covered with aluminum foil in the fridge for up to 4 days. This is a great way to make extra for a delicious dinner the next night!
For longer storage, you can freeze individual portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Reheat the freezer meal in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
To meal prep the Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese, simply double or triple the recipe and portion it out into individual containers right after cooking. This makes for quick and easy grab-and-go lunches throughout the week.
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Easy Baked BBQ Chicken with Cheese Recipe (gluten free)
Ingredients
- 2-3 cups fingerling potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 scallions thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In your oven-safe skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
- Add potatoes and bake for 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are golden brown.
- Add the scallions and bake for about 2 more minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Remove from oven. Stir in the BBQ sauce and chicken.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the chicken mixture.
- Place the skillet back in the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
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