BBQ Chicken Dip (Print-Friendly Version)
Cheesy mix of shredded chicken, caramel onions, BBQ sauce, and ranch that adds a smoky kick.
# Ingredients List:
→ Protein
01 -
450 g skinless chicken breasts with no bones
→ Veggies and Aromatics
02 -
1 cup (100 g) chopped green onions
03 -
1 red bell pepper, diced and seeds removed
04 -
1 can (425 g) drained corn kernels
05 -
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
06 -
2 small red onions, chopped
→ Dairy
07 -
1 cup (113 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
08 -
454 g cream cheese, softened
09 -
1 cup (120 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
→ Oils and Condiments
10 -
2 tsp (8 g) brown sugar
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1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
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1¼ cups (310 ml) barbecue sauce
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¾ cup (180 ml) ranch dressing
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
01 -
Fill a medium pot with water and bring it up to a boil. Pop the chicken breasts in, making sure they're fully covered. When it boils again, cover the pot and take it off the heat. Let it sit for 20 to 30 minutes until the chicken hits 74°C inside. Let it cool down then shred it up using two forks.
02 -
Warm the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in the chopped onions and stir now and then for about 10 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle brown sugar on top and keep cooking until the onions turn golden and sweet. Pull the pan off the heat.
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Heat the oven to 220°C. In a big bowl, mix softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, barbecue sauce, minced garlic, diced red pepper, chopped green onions, shredded cheddar and mozzarella, drained corn, caramelized onions, and shredded chicken until smooth and even.
04 -
Spoon the mix into a cast iron skillet or any oven-safe dish. Add some more barbecue sauce on top and sprinkle extra cheese to how much you like.
05 -
Slide it into the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Cook until it’s bubbling and the cheese on top looks melted and nicely browned.
06 -
Take it out of the oven and drizzle more barbecue sauce over it. Sprinkle with some extra chopped green onions. Best served warm with crackers, chips, or fresh veggies.
# Helpful Hints:
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Want it spicier? Toss in some cayenne or a splash of hot sauce into the mix before baking. You can make this ahead and bake it right before serving for the best taste.