Description

This Baked Jalapeno Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy appetizer perfect for game days or parties. It combines shredded chicken, cream cheese, and cheddar with diced jalapenos for a flavorful, cheesy dip that bakes to bubbly perfection. The blend of garlic and onion powder enhances the savory depth, while green onions add freshness. Served warm, it’s great with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 pound cooked chicken breast, shredded
8 ounce cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
1/4 cup green onions, chopped

Seasonings

1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the dip evenly.
Mix Cream Base: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream, mixing until smooth and creamy to create the dip’s base.
Add Chicken and Veggies: Stir in shredded chicken, diced jalapenos, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Incorporate Cheese: Fold half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture gently, then transfer this combined mixture into a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top of the mixture for a cheesy, golden crust once baked.
Bake the Dip: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese on top is lightly golden brown.
Rest Before Serving: Remove from the oven and let the dip rest for 5 minutes. This helps it set slightly and makes it easier to scoop.

Notes

For extra heat, do not seed the jalapenos or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Use freshly shredded chicken for best texture and flavor.
Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced vegetables.
Can be prepared a day ahead and baked just before serving.
To soften cream cheese quickly, microwave in short bursts or leave at room temperature before mixing.