Cheesy Barbecue Chicken Dip (Printer-Friendly Version)
Savory chicken dip with creamy barbecue base, crispy bacon, sweet onions, cheese, and tangy peppers.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Proteins
01 -
400 g rotisserie chicken, shredded
02 -
120 g smoked bacon, diced
→ Vegetables
03 -
1 small red onion, finely sliced
04 -
1 small red bell pepper, diced
05 -
2 tablespoons sliced banana peppers
06 -
2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
→ Dairy
07 -
225 g cream cheese, softened
08 -
120 g sour cream
09 -
200 g mixed shredded cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, mozzarella)
→ Sauces & Condiments
10 -
120 ml barbecue sauce (preferably hickory brown sugar style)
11 -
60 ml ranch dressing
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Cook the diced bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
02 -
In the same skillet, add red onions and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Add the diced red pepper and cook an additional 2–3 minutes until tender.
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In a large mixing bowl, blend together softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, and barbecue sauce until smooth.
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Stir in shredded chicken, cooked bacon, sautéed vegetables, banana peppers, and half of the shredded cheese mixture.
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Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish. Top with remaining shredded cheese. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes or until bubbling and golden.
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Sprinkle sliced green onions over the dip. Serve hot with tortilla chips or toasted baguette slices.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
For a spicier flavor, add thinly sliced jalapeños before baking.
02 -
Allow the cream cheese to reach room temperature for effortless mixing.