How do I know when the dip is done?

The dip is ready when it's heated through and the cheddar cheese on top is fully melted and bubbly. The edges should be slightly golden.

Can I make substitutions for the red onion?

Yes! You can substitute 1 tablespoon of rehydrated dried minced onion or even a small amount of finely diced yellow onion if red onion isn't available.

Can this BBQ Chicken Dip be frozen?

It's best to serve this dip fresh, as freezing and reheating can affect the creamy texture. However, leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and gently reheated.

What's the best way to serve this easy appetizer?

Serve this delicious dip warm with a variety of dippers like sturdy tortilla chips, crackers, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or toasted baguette slices.

BBQ Chicken Dip Easy 6 steps

Description

This creamy, cheesy BBQ Chicken Dip is loaded with shredded chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of sweet red onion. It’s the perfect appetizer for game day, parties, or a simple weeknight snack that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite kind)
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Tortilla chips, crackers, or baguette slices, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, softened cream cheese, sour cream, and chopped red onion. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Stir in 3/4 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Spoon the mixture into a small oven-safe baking dish or an attractive serving dish.
Top the dip evenly with the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately with your favorite dippers.

Notes

For a spicier dip, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
If you don’t have fresh red onion, you can use 1 tablespoon of dried minced onion, rehydrated in a little water.
Leftover dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer, Dip
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8th of recipe (approx)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 20g