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creamy shredded chicken dip

Shredded Chicken Dip

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Medium saucepan
  • 1 8x8 inch baking dish or similar small casserole dish
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 measuring cup set
  • 1 measuring spoon set
  • 1 aluminum foil sheet optional, for covering while baking

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cup cooked chicken breast shredded
  • 8 ounce cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce such as buffalo-style
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoon green onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoon fresh parsley optional, for garnish; chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise to the mixing bowl and stir until smooth and well combined.
  • Stir in the hot sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt until the mixture is uniform.
  • Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and green onions until everything is evenly distributed.
  • Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and spread it into an even layer with the spatula.
  • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges.
  • Remove the dish from the oven and let the dip rest for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  • Sprinkle with fresh parsley and additional green onions if desired, then serve warm with chips, crackers, or sliced vegetables.

Notes

For best flavor, use well-seasoned cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works especially well) and be sure the cream cheese is fully softened so it mixes smoothly without lumps. You can adjust the heat level by increasing or reducing the hot sauce, or swap in milder salsa if serving to spice-sensitive guests. This dip reheats nicely in the oven or microwave, so you can make it ahead and warm it just before serving. If you prefer a richer, more caramelized top, broil the dip for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
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