BBQ CHICKEN AND GRITS (OR RICE) CASSEROLE

BBQ Chicken and Grits (or Rice) Casserole image

Number Of Ingredients 8

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1 cup Grits, quick cooking, uncooked (or Minute Rice)
3 ounces cream cheese
2 1/2 cups cheddar, shredded, divided
2 tablespoon butter
1/2 chicken, rotisserie, chopped (or 2 chicken breasts)
1 cup BBQ sauce
3 ounces Bacon pieces, cooked and chopped
1/2 cup green onions, chopped

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
In large saucepan, heat water and salt to boiling. Slowly stir in grits; reduce heat to medium. Cover; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat
In medium bowl, mix chicken and barbecue sauce. Spoon chicken mixture over grits.
Top with bacon pieces and 1 cup cheddar cheese
Bake for 20 - 25 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with chopped green onions. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.