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BBQ Pulled Chicken Biscuit Bake

Smoky, saucy pulled chicken baked under golden, fluffy biscuits makes this cozy casserole pure comfort food. Easy to prep and perfect for busy nights, it is a hearty family dinner everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Filling
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie or baked chicken breast
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite smoky blend
  • 1 small red onion finely chopped
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough 8 count
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, barbecue sauce, chopped red onion, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top.
  4. Separate the biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into quarters. Arrange the pieces evenly over the cheese layer.
  5. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep. You can assemble the dish up to one day ahead and refrigerate before baking. For extra flavor, try adding corn, black beans, or a spoonful of cream cheese to the filling.