Description
This Baked Jalapeno Chicken Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer featuring shredded chicken, spicy jalapenos, and rich cream cheese, baked to golden perfection. Perfect for parties or game day, this flavorful dip offers a delightful balance of heat and creaminess that’s sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the dip evenly.
- Mix Cream Base: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and well blended, providing a creamy base for the dip.
- Add Chicken and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded chicken, diced jalapenos, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Incorporate Cheese: Fold half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture, then transfer the entire mixture into a suitable baking dish.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the dip for a golden, cheesy crust when baked.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese on top is lightly golden.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the dip from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and to cool slightly for easier serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, leave some of the jalapeno seeds in or add more jalapenos.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced vegetables for dipping.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
