Cheesy Chicken Taco Dip Recipe Is Almost Better Than a Grand Slam by Kimberly Johnson

Appetizers Poultry Snacks
5 months ago

Cheesy Chicken Taco Dip Recipe Is Almost Better Than a Grand Slam

Ready for some serious snacking? If you like buffalo chicken dip, and if you like tacos, then have we got a treat for you. This easy baked taco chicken dip is ooey-gooey delicious! Your family won't be able to get enough of this easy, cheesy dip that tastes like tacos, but better. We bet it beats your buffalo chicken dip or taco dip. Try it and see!

To make these cheesy taco chicken dip recipe you will need taco seasoning, cream cheese, green onions, fresh cilantro, Colby Jack cheese, red pepper, sour cream and cooked chicken. This easy hot dip starts in the microwave and ends in the oven. So quick and easy!

Serve this chicken taco dip as an appetizer or snack with your favorite chips or vegetables.

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Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 10

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 8 ounces shredded Colby Jack cheese (divided)
  • 1 medium red pepper, coarsely chopped
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • 2 pounds cooked chicken, chopped

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Recipe Notes

  • Add some minced jalapeno for a little more heat.
  • Try this recipe with shredded pork. 

Here’s how to make it:

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, cube cream cheese and add taco seasoning. Cover and microwave for 60 seconds.
  2. Mix half of the green onions and cilantro with the cream cheese. (Reserve the other half for garnish.)
  3. Add 4 ounces of shredded cheese, the red pepper and sour cream. Mix well.
  4. Place chicken in an oven-safe dish and add cheese mixture, spreading evenly. Top with the remaining 4 ounces of shredded cheese.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated 450-degree F oven for 13 to 15 minutes. Garnish and serve with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving

Calories: 364

Total Fat: 22.7g

Saturated Fat: 13.5g

Cholesterol: 125mg

Sodium: 408mg

Total Carbohydrate: 4.8g

Dietary Fiber: 0.3g

Total Sugars: 1.1g

Protein: 33.7g

Vitamin D: 0mcg

Calcium: 221mg

Iron: 1mg

Potassium: 266mg

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Elisa Schmitz
Oh, my. There's nothing about this recipe that I don't love. Will try soon, Kimberly Johnson - thanks for sharing! xo
Katie Sloan
So I don't like "buffalo" anything with the exception of this DIP! It's amazing!
Renee
Another one I'm going to try! This is so delicious!
Soberlink Reviews
Was looking for a good Mexican recipe. Thanks!
Julio Caro
Thanks For Sharing.....

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