Description
Warm Crack Chicken Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and savory party favorite that combines tender cooked chicken, crispy bacon, and rich cream cheese with ranch seasoning. This easy-to-make dip is perfect for gatherings, game days, or casual snacking, baked until hot and bubbly for irresistible flavor and texture.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (1-oz) package ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup chopped cooked bacon
- 2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (16-oz) container sour cream
- 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) and lightly spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the softened cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, chopped cooked bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped cooked chicken until well mixed and creamy.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the combined mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out smoothly for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish uncovered in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before serving with crackers, chips, or vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For ingredient substitutions or more tips, please refer to my FAQ and ingredient list.
- To reduce calories, substitute turkey bacon for regular bacon, and use low-fat cream cheese, low-fat sour cream, or plain Greek yogurt.
- Ensure chicken and bacon are fully cooked before adding to the dip.
- This dip is best served warm for optimal flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (about 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg