Creamy BBQ Ranch Chicken Dip
This creamy, cheesy BBQ Ranch Chicken Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer, perfect for Super Bowl parties, potlucks, or any gathering. Packed with smoky barbecue sauce, tangy ranch, tender chicken, and two kinds of melty cheese, it comes together quickly and disappears even faster.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast or thigh (rotisserie or canned)
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese (or Monterey Jack for milder flavor)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, diced jalapeño, crumbled bacon (for garnish)
- For serving: tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, toasted baguette slices, or Ritz crackers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish, pie plate, or small cast iron skillet.
- Place cream cheese in a mixing bowl and let it soften at room temperature for 15–20 minutes, or microwave for 10–15 seconds until soft.
- Add ranch dressing and BBQ sauce to the cream cheese. Mix with a hand mixer or sturdy spoon until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and pepper jack cheese until evenly combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the cheese is melted, edges are bubbling, and the top is lightly golden. For a deeper golden crust, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Top with sliced green onions and any optional garnishes.
- Serve hot with chips, veggie sticks, or your favorite dippers.
Notes
For best results, shred your own cheese for a smoother dip. Let cream cheese and ranch come to room temperature before mixing for a lump-free base. Make ahead by assembling up to a day in advance and baking just before serving. For a spicier dip, add hot sauce or diced jalapeños. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave. For gluten-free, double-check your BBQ sauce and ranch labels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 10
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