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Banana Pepper Chicken Dip

Creamy Banana Pepper Chicken Dip for Irresistible Gatherings

This Creamy Banana Pepper Chicken Dip is a crowd-pleaser, combining cheesy goodness and the tang of banana peppers, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken pre-cooked for convenience
  • 1/2 cup Banana Peppers chopped
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or chipotle powder for spiciness
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic for more flavor
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise or avocado mayo for a healthier option
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
For Serving
  • 1 bag Tortilla Chips
  • 1 bunch Vegetable Sticks like carrots and celery
  • 1 box Crackers

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • hand mixer
  • oven-safe dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup of sour cream, and 1/4 cup of mayonnaise. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in 2 cups of shredded chicken and 1/2 cup of chopped banana peppers, along with 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese. Ensure everything is well combined.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased oven-safe dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  7. Let it cool slightly before serving with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, let cream cheese soften at room temperature before mixing. Adjust spice levels to preference by tasting the mixture beforehand.

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