Description
Crock Pot Chicken Nacho Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful slow cooker party snack featuring tender shredded chicken, melty cheeses, zesty spices, and optional heat from jalapeños. Perfect for game day, casual gatherings, or celebrations, this easy-to-make dip requires minimal prep and offers customizable spice and mix-in options for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
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Core Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 (4 oz) can green chilies, drained
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
Optional Add-ins
- 1–2 jalapeños, chopped (optional, for extra heat)
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
- 1/2 cup corn (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Shred your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Gather and measure all other ingredients such as softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, sour cream, green chilies, taco seasoning, and any optional add-ins like jalapeños, black beans, or corn for an efficient assembly.
- Combine Everything in the Crock Pot: Add shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheeses, green chilies, taco seasoning, and any optional ingredients into the slow cooker. Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Cook on Low: Set the crock pot to low heat and cook the dip for 2 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally if possible, to help cheeses melt smoothly and flavors to blend without sticking or burning.
- Serve Warm: When the dip is bubbly and gooey, give it a final stir and transfer to a serving bowl or serve directly from the crock pot. Provide chips or veggie sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation and flavorful, tender protein.
- Allow cream cheese to soften to room temperature to blend easily without lumps.
- If dip looks too thick, add a splash of milk; if too watery, cook uncovered briefly.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to prevent cheese from sticking or burning.
- Adjust spice to taste by adding jalapeños or hot sauce gradually.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of the recipe
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg