Description
Monterey Chicken Bubble Up delivers a cheesy, comforting casserole that brings family together around the dinner table. Packed with tender chicken, crispy biscuits, and melted cheese, this hearty dish becomes a weeknight favorite your loved ones will request again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- ½ cup crumbled turkey bacon
Bread and Dough:
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
Cheese and Sauce:
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup chopped fresh green onions
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350°F and coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray, ensuring complete coverage for easy serving.
- Grab a large bowl and mix 2 cups shredded chicken, quartered refrigerated biscuit dough, 1 cup barbecue sauce, ½ cup crumbled turkey bacon, and ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese thoroughly.
- Transfer the mixed ingredients to the prepared baking dish, spreading them evenly across the surface.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese over the top of the mixture, creating a complete cheese layer.
- Slide the dish into the 350°F oven and bake for precisely 30-35 minutes until the biscuits turn golden brown and the cheese melts completely.
- Remove from the oven and immediately garnish with ¼ cup chopped fresh green onions for a bright, fresh finish.
Notes
- Always shred chicken while it’s still warm for easier pulling and better texture.
- Check biscuit dough package to ensure it’s not expired, which can affect rising and flavor.
- Use thick-cut bacon for a crunchier texture and more robust flavor in the dish.
- Experiment with different barbecue sauces to customize the overall taste profile of your Monterey Chicken Bubble Up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg