Crack Chicken Dip Recipe for Your Family

Crack Chicken Dip (Recipe) is a pleasantly and savory appetizer that is through and through suitable for game days, family gatherings, or any casual get-together. The dip contains shredded chicken with crispy bacon and a blend of cheeses, making it delicious, while the ranch seasonings hold everything together. The reason it is called “crack” chicken dip is that it’s so good that you can’t eat just one bite—you get addicted to eating it like it were a drug! 

No matter breadsticks and other snacks that are served with crackers, tortilla chips or some fresh veggies, this dip will be the delight of the crowd.

Crack Chicken Dip Recipe Times

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Ingredients Crack Chicken Dip Recipe

2 cups shredded cooked chicken(rotisserie chicken is the best choice.)

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• Ranch seasoning packet(1 oz)
• Shredded cheddar cheese 1 ½ cups
• 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 ⁄ 2 cup green onions chopped(Optional)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 ⁄ 2 teaspoon black pepper
• Tortilla chips, crackers, or veggies for serving

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 320 kcal

• Fat: 25g

• Saturated Fat: 12g

• Cholesterol: 75mg

• Sodium: 600mg

• Carbohydrates: 4g

• Fiber: 0g

• Sugar: 1g

• Protein: 17g

Preparation (Step by Step)

Step1-Preheat the Oven: 

• To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If you do so, your dip will cook uniformly, and it will have a beautiful, golden-brown top.

Step2-Mix the Base: 

• The first point of action is pouring the cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning mix into the largest mixing bowl. Next, use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend until smooth and well-combined.

Step3-Add the Chicken and Cheese: 

• Fold in the shredded chicken, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, and half of the crumbled bacon. Mix well to distribute everything evenly.

Step4-Season the Mixture: 

• Then, season it with garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to enhance the flavor of the dip. Make sure to mix very well to disperse the seasoning all over the dip.

Step 5:Transfer to Baking Dish: 

• After that, pour the mixture into an 8×8 inch baking dish or a baking dish that is the equivalent size and can go in the oven. Spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step6-Top with Cheese and Bacon: 

• Sprinkle the last ½ cup of shredded cheddar over the dip, then scatter the last crumbled bacon.

Step7- Cook and Bake the Dip: 

• Insert the baking dish into the preheated oven and cook for 20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and golden brown.

Step8-Garnish: 

• Take the dish out of the oven and let it cool down for a few minutes. You may top with sliced green onions to make it more vibrant and more of a taste attack.

Step9-Serve: 

• Provide the Crack Chicken Dip warm with your personal favorite of tortilla chips, crackers or freshly cut veggies.

Cook’s Note

• Make Ahead: This dip can be made up to 24 hours beforehand. Just cover the container with plastic and put it in the refrigerator until you’re going to bake. Or you can also make additional minutes for ensuring that it’s really baked through when reheatbaketing. 

• Chicken Options: I think that rotisserie chicken is quite befitting for this recipe. Depending on the availability, you can go for the rest of the chicken that you grilled or even the one you bought in a can in a pinch.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Can I make Crack Chicken Dip ahead of time?

• Yes, you are able to prepare the dip up to 24 hours before. Just combine the dip, wrap it with plastic, and then refrigerate it. When you’re about to serve it, bake it as directed, out, if necessary, then you need to make sure it is all heated up completely.

2. What type of chicken works best for this recipe?

• It’s rotisserie chicken that you can use for the dip; since it is soft and full of flavor. There is, however, the possibility to use whatever you may have left over grilled chicken or even canned chicken; hence on the cheap side

3. How can I make Crack Chicken Dip spicier?

• To add some zest, you can mix in diced jalapeños, a dash of hot sauce, or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes before baking. Determine how hot you like it and then adjust the heat as desired.