Spicy creamy shredded chicken (Printer-friendly)

Creamy, spicy dip with shredded chicken, hot sauce, and melted cheeses baked until golden and bubbly.

# Ingredient List:

→ Main

01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Franks RedHot)
04 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
05 - 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing (optional substitution: all ranch)
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)

→ Topping

08 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 350°F (180°C).
02 - In a large mixing bowl, stir together the softened cream cheese, hot sauce, ranch dressing, and blue cheese dressing until smooth.
03 - Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and crumbled blue cheese (if using) until thoroughly combined.
04 - Spread the combined mixture evenly into a 1.5 to 2 quart baking dish.
05 - Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the dip is hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
08 - Optionally garnish with chopped chives or green onions. Serve warm with celery sticks, tortilla chips, or sliced baguette.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen when you actually spent about ten minutes mixing.
  • People keep coming back for more because the creamy, spicy, cheesy combination hits every craving at once.
  • You can make it ahead and just pop it in the oven when guests arrive, which means less stress and more time enjoying the party.
02 -
  • Softening the cream cheese beforehand is non-negotiable; cold cream cheese will stubbornly refuse to mix smoothly and you'll end up with lumps that won't disappear no matter how hard you stir.
  • Don't skip the five-minute rest after baking—it allows the dip to set just enough to hold its shape when you scoop it, rather than pouring onto the plate like lava.
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken from the grocery store deli to skip the cooking step entirely, and shred it right there while it's still warm for the best texture.
  • Keep a mental note of which dressings have hidden gluten or eggs if anyone at your gathering has allergies; check those labels carefully before serving.
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