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King Ranch Chicken Dip

This King Ranch Chicken Dip is a creamy, zesty delight! Perfect for parties, it combines shredded chicken, cheese, and salsa verde into a dippable treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip:
  • 2.5 cups cooked shredded chicken (use up leftovers)
  • 2.5 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 16 ounces tomatillo salsa verde
  • 4 ounces chopped green chiles
  • 1 packet ranch dressing dip mix
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Chopped scallions or cilantro (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven
  • Serving utensils

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking of the dip.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, 2 cups of shredded Mexican blend cheese, sour cream, tomatillo salsa verde, chopped green chiles, ranch dressing dip mix, and ground cumin. Mix until well combined.
  3. Spoon the chicken mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese on top of the dip.
  5. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
  6. Let the dip cool for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped scallions or cilantro and serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with cooked beans or sautéed vegetables.
  • This dip can be made ahead and stored in the fridge before baking.