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Chicken Bacon Ranch Dip Recipe: Creamy, Savoy, and Perfect for Dipping!
Introduction
Looking for a crowd-pleasing dip that’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for any party or casual gathering? This Chicken Bacon Ranch Dip checks all the boxes. It’s creamy, cheesy, and full of savory goodness. Whether you’re tailgating, hosting a game night, or just craving a delicious snack, this dip is guaranteed to be a hit.
We’re using a rotisserie chicken for convenience (hello, no need to cook chicken from scratch!), and pairing it with crispy bacon, smooth cream cheese, and a blend of mozzarella and Colby jack cheese. A little sour cream, ranch seasoning, and some fresh green onions complete the flavor profile. To make things even better, we’ll serve this dip with buttery garlic pepper-seasoned baguette slices for the perfect dipper!
Why You’ll Love This Dip:
- Quick and easy: This recipe is simple and comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for last-minute parties or gatherings.
- Crowd favorite: The combination of creamy cheese, savory chicken, crispy bacon, and ranch seasoning is a guaranteed winner.
- Customizable: Add more or less of any ingredient to suit your taste. Plus, it’s easily adaptable to your different dietary preferences!
First things first, let’s get our ingredients prepped and measured. Shred your cheese, dice your onions, etc.
You can feel free to use the cheese of your choice but today we are going with Colby Jack, Cheddar, and Mozzarella.
Prep the Chicken and Bacon
Start by shredding the rotisserie chicken. You’ll need about 3-4 cups of chicken, depending on the size of the bird. Just pull off the skin, discard any bones, and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. This is a perfect use for leftover rotisserie chicken!
Next, cook your bacon until it’s crispy. You can do this in a large skillet or bake it in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes on a rack to get it nice and crispy. Once done, chop it into small pieces. Set the bacon aside to cool.
Right into the bacon fat, add your onions, your garlic, and toss in the chicken.
Mix the Creamy Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spoon to blend them until smooth and creamy. You want this base to be light and fluffy so the dip will be rich and easy to scoop.
Add in the ranch seasoning, buttery garlic pepper seasoning, and your AP seasoning. Stir well to incorporate all the seasonings evenly into the creamy mixture.\
Transfer and Bake
Once everything is combined, transfer the dip mixture into a greased baking dish (8×8 or a 9-inch pie dish works well). Use a spatula to smooth out the top.
At this point, you can bake the dip right away or refrigerate it for a few hours (or overnight) to let the flavors meld together. If baking right away, pop the dish into a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Prepare the Baguette Dippers
While the dip is baking, slice your baguette into 1-inch thick pieces. Arrange them on a baking sheet and lightly brush them with butter. Sprinkle the buttery garlic pepper seasoning over the top and bake them at 350°F (175°C) for about 8-10 minutes or until they’re golden brown and crispy.
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Buttery Garlic Seasoning
Coat the bread in the seasoned melted butter and bake until crispy
Garnish and Serve
Once your dip is bubbly and golden, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh, bright pop of color and flavor.
Serve the dip with the buttery garlic baguette slices, and watch your guests dive in! The creamy, cheesy dip pairs perfectly with the crispy, buttery baguette, making each bite a little bit of heaven.
Tips for Perfect Chicken Bacon Ranch Dip:
- Make it ahead: This dip can be made up to a day in advance! Simply assemble everything, cover, and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake.
- Spicy twist: Want to kick it up a notch? Add a small can of diced green chilies or some chopped jalapeños for a spicy flavor boost.
- Make it more cheesy: If you’re a cheese lover (who isn’t?), feel free to add more mozzarella or Colby Jack cheese, or even throw in some cheddar for extra flavor.
- Substitute dippers: If you’re not into baguettes, this dip is great with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies like carrots and celery.
So next time you’re looking for a dip that’s cheesy, creamy, and full of flavor, this Chicken Bacon Ranch Dip will be your go-to. Pair it with crispy baguette slices, and you’ll have the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. Enjoy!
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Dip
Ingredients
- 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 lb cream cheese, softened
- 1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions, yellow or white
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for garnish
- 1 tsp buttery garlic pepper seasoning, or to taste
- 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning, AP seasoning, or your favorite blend
- Baguette slices, for dipping
Instructions
Prepped Ingredients:
- First things first, let’s get our ingredients prepped and measured. Shred your cheese, dice your onions, etc.
- Today we are using yellow and green onions. Give them a rough dice and set them aside.
- You can feel free to use the cheese of your choice but today we are going with Colby Jack, Cheddar, and Mozzarella.
Prep the Chicken and Bacon
- Start by shredding the rotisserie chicken.
- You’ll need about 3-4 cups of chicken, depending on the size of the bird. Just pull off the skin, discard any bones, and shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. This is a perfect use for leftover rotisserie chicken!
- Next, cook your bacon until it’s crispy. You can do this in a large skillet or bake it in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes on a rack to get it nice and crispy.
- Once done, chop it into small pieces. Set the bacon aside to cool.
- Right into the bacon fat, add your onions, garlic, and toss in the chicken.
Mix the Creamy Base
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream.
- Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spoon to blend them together until smooth and creamy. You want this base to be light and fluffy so the dip will be rich and easy to scoop.
- Add in the ranch seasoning, buttery garlic pepper seasoning, and your AP seasoning.
- Stir well to incorporate all the seasonings evenly into the creamy mixture.
Transfer and Bake
- Once everything is combined, transfer the dip mixture into a greased baking dish (8×8 or a 9-inch pie dish works well).
- Use a spatula to smooth out the top.
- At this point, you can bake the dip right away or refrigerate it for a few hours (or overnight) to let the flavors meld together.
- If baking right away, pop the dish into a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Prepare the Baguette Dippers
- While the dip is baking, slice your baguette into 1-inch thick pieces.
- Arrange them on a baking sheet and lightly brush them with butter.
- Sprinkle the buttery garlic pepper seasoning over the top and bake them at 350°F (175°C) for about 8-10 minutes or until they’re golden brown and crispy.
- Coat the bread in the seasoned melted butter and bake until crispy
Garnish and Serve
- Once your dip is bubbly and golden, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh, bright pop of color and flavor.
- Serve the dip with the buttery garlic baguette slices, and watch your guests dive in! The creamy, cheesy dip pairs perfectly with the crispy, buttery baguette, making each bite a little bit of heaven.
