Delicious Cheesy Chicken Dip to Wow Your Guests

This Cheesy Chicken Dip is a fantastic appetizer that will keep your guests coming back for more. With a creamy and cheesy base, it is packed with tender chicken, flavorful spices, and a hint of heat. Serve it warm with tortilla chips or crusty bread and watch it disappear in no time. Perfect for game day parties, potlucks, or any gathering, this dip is easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit!

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup diced green chilies
• 1/4 cup diced jalapenos (optional, for extra heat)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, Mexican blend cheese, Parmesan cheese, diced green chilies, diced jalapenos (if using), minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed and smooth.
3. Add the shredded chicken to the cream cheese mixture and stir until evenly combined.
4. Transfer the dip to a greased 9x9-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly around the edges.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
7. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
8. Serve warm with tortilla chips or crusty bread for dipping.

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