Chicken Enchilada Dip Cheese (Printable version)

Creamy dip with shredded chicken, cheese, and enchilada sauce, baked until hot and bubbly.

# List of ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Dairy

02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup sour cream
04 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

→ Sauces & Seasonings

06 - 1 cup red enchilada sauce
07 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
08 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
09 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
10 - 1/4 tsp onion powder
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
12 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Vegetables & Garnishes

13 - 1/2 cup canned corn kernels, drained
14 - 1/4 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
15 - 1 small jalapeño, finely diced
16 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
17 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - Combine cream cheese, sour cream, and enchilada sauce in a large mixing bowl. Mix until completely smooth.
03 - Stir in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until well incorporated.
04 - Fold in shredded chicken, corn, black beans, jalapeño, cilantro, green onions, and half of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
05 - Transfer mixture to a 9-inch oven-safe baking dish. Smooth the top and sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
06 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly with melted, golden cheese on top.
07 - Remove from oven, garnish with additional cilantro and green onions. Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This dip delivers all the cheesy, saucy comfort of enchiladas without the rolling work
  • It's a crowd-pleaser that works for everything from game day to casual weeknight dinners
02 -
  • Don't skip the 5-minute rest after baking or you'll lose that gorgeous cheesy topping when you scoop
  • This dip continues to thicken as it cools slightly, so serve it warm but not piping hot
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre-shredded for the smoothest melt
  • If your enchilada sauce seems thin, simmer it for 5 minutes before adding to the dip