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Chicken Square Recipe

Chicken Square Recipe

A savory and versatile dish featuring tender chicken baked into flavorful squares. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal for any occasion. Author: Use Default (Don't show) Servings: 4 people Estimated Cost: $5 Prep Time: 0 days 0 hours 15 minutes Cook Time: 0 days 0 hours 25 minutes Resting Time: 0 days 0 hours 5 minutes Total Time: 0 days 0 hours 45 minutes Categories: Appetizers, Snacks, Light Meals Courses: Main Course, Side Dish Cuisines: American, Contemporary Keywords: Chicken Square, Baked Chicken Squares, Savory Chicken Recipe
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Contemporary
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Amount Unit Name Notes
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Diced or shredded
  • ½ cup Carrots Finely chopped
  • ½ cup Bell Peppers Finely chopped any color
  • ½ cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded optional
  • ¼ cup Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for lighter version
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Optional
  • 1 tsp Paprika Optional for color and flavor
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • ¼ tsp Salt Or to taste
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Amount Name Notes
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For combining ingredients
  • 1 Baking Dish 8x8 inch or similar
  • 1 Chef’s Knife For chopping chicken and vegetables
  • 1 Cutting Board For preparation
  • 1 Measuring Cups & Spoons For accuracy

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  2. Prepare Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, carrots, bell peppers, onion, cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
  3. Transfer to Dish: Spread the chicken mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the top is lightly golden and heated through.
  5. Cool & Cut: Let the baked chicken squares rest for 5 minutes before cutting into squares.
  6. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm or at room temperature.
  7. Nutrition (per serving)
  8. Nutrient Amount
  9. Calories 280 kcal
  10. Protein 28 g
  11. Fat 14 g
  12. Carbohydrates 8 g
  13. Fiber 2 g
  14. Sugar 2 g
  15. Sodium 450 mg

Notes

You can customize with different vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter version.
Let the squares cool slightly before cutting to prevent crumbling.
Great for meal prep or party platters.