Southwest Chicken Enchilada Dip

Dive into the bold and zesty flavors of the Southwest with this irresistible Southwest Chicken Enchilada Dip! Packed with tender shredded chicken, creamy layers of cream cheese and sour cream, smoky enchilada sauce, and a medley of black beans, corn, and green chilies, this dip is a true crowd-pleaser. Topped with gooey melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, it bakes to golden, bubbling perfection in just 25 minutes. The perfect balance of spices like chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder adds depth, while a sprinkle of fresh cilantro brings a burst of freshness. Ideal for game days, parties, or any gathering, this easy-to-make dip pairs beautifully with crispy tortilla chips for dipping. Make this indulgent baked appetizer the star of your next event!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Enchilada sauce
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Canned corn, drained
• 4 ounces Diced green chilies
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Chopped cilantro
• 0 for serving Tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced green chilies, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir until evenly combined.

Step 4

Fold in half of the cheddar cheese and half of the Monterey Jack cheese, reserving the rest for topping.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x9-inch baking dish or any similar-sized oven-safe dish.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the dip cool slightly. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro for garnish.

Step 9

Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2038.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3570.9

Total Fat 225.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 970.7mg	0%
Sodium 6734.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 158.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.1g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 251.5g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 2399.7mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 3384.8mg	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: 55.3%

Protein: 27.4%

Carbs: 17.3%