Monterey Jack Cheese Shrimp Dip

Dive into creamy, cheesy indulgence with this irresistible Monterey Jack Cheese Shrimp Dip! Featuring tender, garlicky shrimp folded into a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayo, this dip is elevated by the bold flavors of shredded Monterey Jack, Parmesan, and a hint of lemon juice for brightness. Baked to golden perfection with a bubbling cheesy crust, this warm seafood appetizer is perfect for parties, game days, or any occasion that calls for pure comfort food. Easy to prepare in just under 40 minutes, it pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, crackers, or crusty bread for dipping bliss. Don't miss out on this decadent shrimp and cheese dip that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 lb Shrimp
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 Green onions, chopped
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Clean and devein the shrimp, pat them dry, and roughly chop them into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, 1.5 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked shrimp, chopped green onions, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish or similar-sized oven-safe dish.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top of the dish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly with a golden cheese layer on top.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or slices of crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1808.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5170.6

Total Fat 448.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 168.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 1582.2mg	0%
Sodium 7195.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 131.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 186.9g	0%

Vitamin D 70.6IU	0%
Calcium 3540.9mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 1888.4mg	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: 76.0%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 9.9%