Description
Indulge in the creamy, savory delight of Chicken Bacon Ranch Dip, a perfect appetizer for any gathering. This irresistible mix of shredded chicken, crispy bacon, ranch seasoning, and rich cheeses creates a flavor explosion that will have everyone coming back for more. Ideal for game days, parties, or casual get-togethers, this dip pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies. Easy to prepare and absolutely delicious, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that elevates any snack spread.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup cooked chopped bacon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch dressing until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, chopped bacon, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper if desired.
- Fold in ¾ cup of the shredded cheddar cheese and reserve the remainder for topping.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish and top with the reserved cheddar cheese.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg