Description

Cheesy Chicken Jalapeño Popper Dip is a delightful dish featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty jalapeños. It’s simple to whip up and perfect for parties or a cozy night at home, ensuring everyone enjoys a flavorful treat!

Ingredients

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6 slices bacon
1/2 small yellow onion diced
2 jalapeño peppers seeded and diced
4 cloves garlic minced or grated
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
12 oz cream cheese softened
2/3 cup heavy cream or less, to your taste
3 cups shredded cooked chicken i use a rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese
1/3 of the cooked and crumbled bacon from earlier
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
sliced green onions
sliced jalapeño peppers
minced fresh cilantro or parsley

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F.
In a baking dish, combine the cream cheese and heavy cream until smooth.
Add in the cooked chicken, onion, garlic, jalapeños, and spices. Mix well.
Fold in the cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon, reserving some bacon for topping.
Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish.
Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bacon pieces.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Garnish with sliced green onions, additional jalapeño, and fresh herbs before serving.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding or reducing jalapeños.
You can use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg