Chicken Enchilada Dip 🌶️🧀🐔
Overview:
- Name: Chicken Enchilada Dip
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 25
Description:
This Chicken Enchilada Dip is a creamy, cheesy delight that’s perfect for parties, gatherings, or any time you’re craving a flavorful dip. Originally discovered on another site, this recipe offers a tasty twist to traditional chicken dishes. 🎉
Ingredients:
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast half 🐔
- 1 package cream cheese, softened 🧀
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chili peppers 🌶️
- 1 jalapeno pepper, diced (adjust to taste) 🌶️
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare Chicken Mixture: Start by cooking and shredding the boneless, skinless chicken breast. You can do this by grilling the chicken a day ahead or using pre-grilled chicken for convenience. Season the chicken with your favorite spices. Fajita seasoning or Montreal seasoning are great choices. Once shredded, place the chicken in a medium bowl. |
| 2 | Combine Ingredients: To the shredded chicken, add the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded colby-monterey jack cheese, diced green chili peppers, and diced jalapeno pepper. Mix everything together until well combined. Adjust the amount of jalapeno based on your preferred level of heat. |
| 3 | Transfer to Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Transfer the chicken mixture to a medium-sized baking dish, spreading it out evenly. |
| 4 | Bake: Bake the dip uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until the edges turn a beautiful golden brown and the dip is heated through. |
| 5 | Serve and Enjoy: Once out of the oven, let the dip cool slightly before serving. It pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips, sliced baguette, or fresh veggies for dipping. 🥨🥕 |
Tips:
- 🌶️ If you prefer a spicier dip, you can add more diced jalapeno peppers.
- 🧀 For a variation, try using different types of shredded cheese such as cheddar or pepper jack.
- 🍗 Grilling the chicken ahead of time adds a delicious smoky flavor to the dip, but using pre-cooked chicken works just as well for a quicker preparation.
- 🌮 This dip is versatile! Use it as a topping for tacos or nachos, or serve it alongside your favorite Mexican dishes.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 87.7
- Total Fat: 6.3g
- Saturated Fat: 3.6g
- Cholesterol: 29.7mg
- Sodium: 99.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 0.9g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Protein: 6.7g
Recipe Notes:
- This Chicken Enchilada Dip is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for gatherings, game days, or just a cozy night in.
- Feel free to customize the dip to your liking by adding extra spices, toppings, or adjusting the level of heat.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
Enjoy this creamy, cheesy, and flavorful Chicken Enchilada Dip with your favorite dippers and share the deliciousness with friends and family! 🎉🧀🌶️
