Chicken Enchilada Dip

Transform your next party or game-day gathering with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Chicken Enchilada Dip! Packed with tender shredded chicken, zesty red enchilada sauce, and a medley of melted Mexican blend cheese, this oven-baked dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Spiced to perfection with cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder, and punctuated by the tangy kick of diced green chiles, this dip delivers bold Tex-Mex flavors in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a short trip to the oven, you'll have a bubbling dish that's perfect for scooping with tortilla chips. Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and you'll have a warm, cheesy delight that’s guaranteed to disappear in minutes! Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy movie night, this Chicken Enchilada Dip is set to become a go-to favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Red enchilada sauce
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 4 ounces Diced green chiles
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 1 bag Tortilla chips (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and red enchilada sauce. Mix until well blended and smooth.

Step 3

Stir in the shredded chicken, diced green chiles, 1 1/2 cups of the shredded Mexican blend cheese, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish (8x8 inch works well). Spread it out into an even layer.

Step 5

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese evenly over the top.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling and the cheese has melted and is slightly golden on top.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1599.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3798.8

Total Fat 238.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 914.2mg	0%
Sodium 6650.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.0g
Protein 231.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2229.9mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 2117.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.9%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 20.0%