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King Ranch Chicken Dip

Creamy King Ranch Chicken Dip That Will Wow Your Guests

This King Ranch Chicken Dip is a creamy, comforting appetizer perfect for gatherings, low carb, and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken Use leftovers for convenience.
  • 2.5 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese Can be substituted with cheddar or pepper jack for a spicier option.
  • 2 cups Sour cream Greek yogurt can be a lower-calorie substitute.
  • 16 ounces Tomatillo salsa verde Swapping with green enchilada sauce is an alternative.
  • 4 ounces Chopped green chiles Use jalapeños for a spicier kick.
  • 1 packet Ranch dressing dip mix Dressings can vary; check gluten-free options.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin Omit or reduce for a milder flavor.
For Garnish
  • Chopped scallions or cilantro Use parsley as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine your cooked shredded chicken, shredded Mexican blend cheese, sour cream, tomatillo salsa verde, chopped green chiles, ranch dressing mix, and ground cumin. Mix until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Reserve ½ cup of cheese for topping.
  4. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the dip mixture.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  6. Garnish with scallions or cilantro and serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Reserve some cheese for the topping to ensure a golden crust. Can be prepared in advance and refrigerated unbaked.

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