BBQ Chicken Dip: A Creamy, Flavorful Appetizer

This BBQ Chicken Dip is a perfect combination of creamy, savory, and tangy flavors that will have everyone coming back for more. The shredded chicken is bathed in a smoky BBQ sauce, while the cream cheese, sour cream, and cheese provide a rich and creamy base. With a perfect balance of sweet and savory from the BBQ sauce, and a melt-in-your-mouth texture from the cheese, this dip is ideal for parties, game nights, or as an easy appetizer for any gathering. You can easily swap the chicken for shredded turkey or even use a plant-based protein for a vegetarian version. It’s best served warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables for dipping.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
  
  

• 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite variety)
  
  

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  
  

• 1/2 cup sour cream
  
  

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  
  

• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  
  

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
  
  

• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  
  

• Salt and pepper to taste
  
  

• Fresh green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish (9x9 inches works well).
   
   

2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the chicken to lightly brown.
   
   

3. Add the BBQ sauce to the chicken and stir to combine, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
   
   

4. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
   
   

5. Add the BBQ chicken mixture to the cream cheese mixture and stir until fully combined.
   
   

6. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
   
   

7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
   
   

8. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before garnishing with chopped green onions (if desired).
   
   

9. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
   
   

Nutritional Value (per serving)

• Calories: 280 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 18g
  
  

• Fat: 20g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 7g
  
  

• Fiber: 1g
  
  

• Sugar: 4g
  
  

• Sodium: 600mg