Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- Soften the cream cheese by placing it on a plate in the microwave for one minute.
- Combine the softened cream cheese, hot sauce, and ranch dressing in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Stir chicken into cream cheese mixture and ½ cup of shredded cheese.
- Spread dip in a 9" baking dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Cooking Methods
- Microwave: Microwave for 8 minutes or until hot and bubbling. Carefully remove and garnish as desired.
- Oven: Preheat oven to 350ºF. Bake assembled dip for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbling. Carefully remove and garnish as desired.
- Slow Cooker: Cut cream cheese into cubes and add to a slow cooker. Top with chicken, hot sauce, ranch, and ½ cup cheese. Cook on high for 90 minutes or low for 3-4 hours. Stir together and top with remaining cheese, cooking on high for an additional 15-20 minutes or until melted.
Serving
- Garnish with parsley, blue cheese crumbles, sliced green onions or chives, or a drizzle of ranch salad dressing or sour cream.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, crostini, or cut up vegetables such as celery sticks.
Nutrition
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in microwave or oven, adding a splash of ranch or hot sauce for freshness.