Description
Marry Me Chicken Dip is a rich and flavorful dip inspired by the beloved Marry Me Chicken recipe. It features tender shredded chicken simmered in a spiced chicken broth infused with sun-dried tomato oil and aromatic seasonings, combined with creamy sour cream, cream cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, creating a perfect cheesy and savory dip ideal for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp sun-dried tomato oil (from the jar)
- 3/4 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Broth and Dairy
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
Vegetables and Flavorings
- 1 cup spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tbsp dry shallots
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasonings
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Cheeses
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- Additional cheese for topping (as much as you like)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Coat both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with the smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to infuse flavor into the meat before cooking.
- Sear the chicken: Heat the sun-dried tomato oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts on both sides for about 3 minutes each side until they develop a nice golden color, which enhances flavor and texture.
- Braise the chicken: Pour the chicken broth into the saucepan until it almost covers the chicken breasts. Cover the pan and let the chicken braise gently for 30 minutes or until it is tender enough to shred with a fork.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken from the pan and transfer it into a large bowl. Use a hand mixer or forks to shred the chicken finely, preparing it for mixing into the dip.
- Mix the dip: In the same pan or a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with sour cream, cream cheese, chopped spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, dry shallots, garlic powder, basil, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, additional black pepper, salt, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese. Stir well until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Finish and serve: Transfer the mixture into a baking dish if desired, top with extra cheese, and bake or broil until the cheese is melted and bubbly, or simply serve as a warm dip.
Notes
- This dip captures the classic flavors of Marry Me Chicken in a convenient and crowd-pleasing format.
- Shredding chicken with a hand mixer speeds up the process and creates a perfectly fine texture.
- Adjust seasoning and additional cheese topping to your preference for more richness and flavor.
- Serve warm with bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 988 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.01 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 101 mg
