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Pimento Cheese Chicken Recipe

Tender baked chicken topped with creamy Southern pimento cheese makes a quick and flavorful weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 4-6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Southern pimento cheese enough to spread over chicken pieces

Equipment

  • rimmed baking sheet or large oven-safe skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet or in a large oven-safe skillet.
  3. Drizzle the chicken evenly with 2 teaspoons olive oil and rub to coat.
  4. Bake the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the juices run clear when pierced, about 20–30 minutes depending on thickness.
  5. Remove the chicken from the oven and spread a generous layer of Southern pimento cheese over each piece.
  6. Return the chicken to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and warmed through, about 8–10 minutes.
  7. Let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
  • Adjust baking time for thicker or thinner breasts.
  • Warm the pimento cheese slightly if it's very cold for easier spreading.