20-Minute Bacon Jalapeno Chicken Dip
Creamy, spiced dip combining shredded chicken, bacon, and fresh jalapenos with cream cheese and cheddar. Mixed in a bowl then baked until bubbly. Serve with chips or crackers for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chicken, shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons jalapeno pepper, diced
- ½ teaspoons garlic clove, minced
- ½ cup bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- 2
Spray a casserole dish with non-stick spray.
- 3
In a large bowl, mix cream cheese and mayonnaise together.
- 4
Add jalapenos, garlic, and half the bacon to the mixture.
- 5
Stir in chicken.
- 6
Pour into prepared dish.
- 7
Top with shredded cheddar cheese and remaining bacon.
- 8
Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 30 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Tips
Fresh jalapenos deliver better flavor than jarred, but jarred works in a pinch.
Bring cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing.
Good to Know
Cover and refrigerate up to 3 days.
Mix ingredients, transfer to dish, cover and refrigerate. Bake when ready, adding 5-10 minutes to baking time.
Serve hot with tortilla chips, crackers, or scoop chips.
Common Mistakes
Do not overmix to avoid breaking down cream cheese texture.
Do not skip the casserole dish spray to avoid sticking and difficult cleanup.