Easy Baked Queso Chicken Dip – A Cheesy, Flavorful Appetizer for Every Occasion

This Easy Baked Queso  Chicken Dip is a perfect combination of savory cooked chicken, melty cheese, and just the right amount of spice, all baked together for a creamy, irresistible dip. With Velveeta, pepper jack, and cream cheese, every bite is rich and comforting. The addition of jalapeños and fresh veggies makes it a crowd-pleasing appetizer for game day, parties, or family gatherings. You can even use rotisserie chicken to save time, making this dish effortless to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 1 large cooked chicken breast (shredded, rotisserie works great)
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon salt
  
  

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  
  

• 4 cloves minced garlic
  
  

• 1 teaspoon paprika
  
  

• 1 teaspoon oregano
  
  

• 8 oz cubed Velveeta cheese
  
  

• 6 oz pepper jack cheese
  
  

• 8 oz cream cheese
  
  

• 1 large jalapeño (chopped and seeded for less spice)
  
  

• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  
  

• 1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped)
  
  

• 14 oz diced tomatoes with chilis
  
  

• 6 oz evaporated milk
  
  

• Tortilla chips for serving
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
   
   

2. Season the chicken: Toss the shredded chicken with salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, and oregano until evenly coated.
   
   

3. Combine ingredients: In a 13x9 baking dish, add Velveeta, pepper jack, and cream cheese. Stir in the seasoned chicken, jalapeño, cilantro, red onion, and diced tomatoes.
   
   

4. Add milk: Drizzle the evaporated milk over the top to make the dip creamy and smooth.
   
   

5. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
   
   

6. Serve: Stir the dip to combine all ingredients. Serve hot with tortilla chips for dipping. Enjoy!
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving):

• Calories: 213 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 7g
  
  

• Protein: 14g
  
  

• Fat: 14g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 9g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 56mg
  
  

• Sodium: 582mg
  
  

• Potassium: 299mg
  
  

• Fiber: 1g
  
  

• Sugar: 5g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 678IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 6mg
  
  

• Calcium: 288mg
  
  

• Iron: 1mg