Indulge in a creamy and cheesy delight with this Loaded Chicken Queso Dip, a Mexican-inspired appetizer that's perfect for any gathering. Packed with savory grilled chicken and a touch of spice, it's sure to be a hit with your dip-loving friends and family.
Ingredients
🧀 8 oz Velveeta
🧀 8 oz cream cheese
🥫 1 can Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies)
🍲 1 can cream of chicken soup
🧀 1 cup Mexican blend cheese, plus extra for garnish
🌿 Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
🌶️ ¼ cup jalapeños, sliced and pickled
🧅 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
🐓 2 chicken breasts, seasoned and grilled
🧂 Your choice of spices for seasoning the chicken (e.g., paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper)
Instructions
1- Prepare the Chicken:
Season the chicken breasts with your choice of spices. Ensure even coating for maximum flavor.
Heat a skillet over medium heat, grill the chicken until it reaches a golden-brown color with visible grill marks.
Remove from heat, let it rest briefly, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
2- Prepare the Cheese Dip:
In a pie pan, layer the cubed Velveeta, cream cheese, can of Rotel, cream of chicken soup, cilantro, jalapeños, and chopped yellow onion.
Sprinkle the Mexican blend cheese evenly over the layers.
Place the pie pan in a preheated oven or microwave and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
3- Assemble the Dip:
Once the cheese dip is melted, carefully take it out from the oven or microwave.
Top with the grilled chicken pieces, lightly pressing them into the melted cheese mix.
4- Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with additional cilantro, jalapeños, and a sprinkle of more Mexican blend cheese.
Serve hot with a side of tortilla chips for dipping.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Calories per Serving: Approximately 350
Proteins: 20g
Fats: 25g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Equipment: Skillet, pie pan, microwave or oven
Cooking Tips
Ensure the chicken is well-seasoned before grilling for maximum flavor.
Layer the cheese and dip ingredients as instructed for optimal melting and flavor distribution.
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