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Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Dip

A spoonful of hot chicken enchilada dip showing extreme cheese pull over the baked dip in a cast iron skillet.
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This recipe gives you the creamy, cheesy flavor of chicken enchiladas in an easy, baked dip format. It is a perfect crowd-pleaser for game days or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Optional toppings: sliced green onions, fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or a similar sized oven-safe skillet.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Beat them together until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken, red enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder until everything is well mixed.
  4. Fold in half of the Monterey Jack cheese and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix gently.
  5. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish.
  6. Top the dip evenly with the remaining Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot throughout and the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
  8. If you want a browned top, switch the oven to broil for the last 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with your preferred toppings.

Notes

  • For an even easier prep, use rotisserie chicken for your shredded chicken.
  • If you want a White Chicken Enchilada Dip, substitute the red enchilada sauce with green enchilada sauce and use only white cheeses like Monterey Jack and Pepper Jack.
  • Serve this hot appetizer spread with sturdy tortilla chips, corn chips, or vegetable sticks.

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