Description
Creamy chicken nacho dip simmers gently in a crock pot, blending zesty Mexican flavors into a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Cheese, tender chicken, and spicy jalapeños meld together, promising a delicious start to any gathering you’ll want to share.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml or 16 fl oz) shredded chicken
- 2 cups (226 g or 8 oz) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 block (226 g or 8 oz) cream cheese, cubed
- 1 can (283 g or 10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 can (425 g or 15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
- 1 can (425 g or 15 oz) corn, drained (optional)
- 1 cup (240 ml or 8 fl oz) salsa
- ½ cup (120 ml or 4 fl oz) sour cream
- 1 packet (28 g or 1 oz) taco seasoning
- ½ jalapenos, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Coat the slow cooker interior with non-stick spray or liner for effortless cleanup and set up your cooking station.
- Base Formation: Layer shredded chicken into the crock pot, then strategically add Rotel tomatoes, softened cream cheese, and shredded cheddar to create a luxurious foundation.
- Texture Enhancement: Introduce black beans and corn to the mixture, elevating the dip’s nutritional profile and providing delightful textural contrast.
- Flavor Amplification: Pour sour cream and salsa over the ingredients, then dust evenly with taco seasoning to ensure comprehensive flavor integration.
- Cooking Process: Thoroughly blend all components, then cover and set the crock pot to low temperature, allowing flavors to harmonize and meld for 2-3 hours with occasional gentle stirring.
- Final Touches: Confirm dip’s readiness by checking for completely melted cheese and smooth consistency, then garnish with fresh sliced jalapenos, chopped cilantro, or diced tomatoes for visual appeal.
- Serving: Present immediately alongside crisp tortilla chips, robust crackers, or fresh vegetable crudités for optimal dipping experience.
Notes
- Prevent Cheese Clumping: Soften cream cheese at room temperature before adding to ensure smooth, lump-free incorporation into the dip.
- Manage Liquid Consistency: Drain Rotel tomatoes slightly to control moisture levels and prevent the dip from becoming too watery.
- Boost Protein Flexibility: Swap shredded chicken with ground beef, turkey, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences or protein variety.
- Customize Spice Levels: Adjust taco seasoning and add fresh chili peppers to control heat intensity according to personal taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg