Description
Crack chicken dip delivers creamy comfort with irresistible flavor combinations that promise instant crowd-pleasing magic. Packed with tender shredded chicken, zesty ranch seasoning, and melted cheese, this quick appetizer guarantees smiles and second helpings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing
Seasonings:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp salt
Garnish and Optional Add-ins:
- 0.25 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp crispy bacon bits
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, preparing a medium-sized baking dish with a light spray of cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, thoroughly blend softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Incorporate shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing into the cream cheese mixture, stirring until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt into the mixture, mixing carefully to create a uniform flavor profile.
- Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to create a consistent layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and the dip becomes bubbly and heated through.
- Remove from the oven and let the dip rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to settle and temperature to moderate.
- Garnish the top with chopped green onions, crispy bacon bits, and fresh chives, creating an appealing and flavorful presentation.
- Serve warm with crackers, chips, or vegetable sticks for a delightful appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened at room temperature to achieve a smooth, lump-free base for the dip.
- Opt for rotisserie chicken or leftover shredded chicken to save time and add extra flavor complexity.
- Adjust seasoning levels to personal taste, experimenting with additional herbs like dill or parsley for a unique twist.
- Make it low-carb by serving with cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, or keto-friendly crackers instead of traditional chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg