Creamy Chicken Dip
Chicken dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines tender shredded chicken with creamy, cheesy goodness, perfect for any gathering. With its rich flavors and enticing aroma, this dip will elevate your game night or movie marathon into an unforgettable experience. Serve it warm with tortilla chips or crunchy veggies, and watch as it disappears in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken breasts for about 7-8 minutes per side until no longer pink. Shred the chicken with two forks.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with cream cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese evenly throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving warm with tortilla chips or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg