Crack Chicken Dip
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Crack Chicken Dip (Ranch Chicken Dip) with cheese, chicken, bacon, & ranch seasoning then served warm is an absolute(ly addicting) delight!
This crack chicken dip recipe is inspired by our super popular crack chicken dinner recipe. It’s perfect for enjoying with chips while watching football or smearing on crackers or French bread for an afternoon snack.
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Crack Chicken Dip
Crack Chicken Dip
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Crack Chicken Dip Ingredients
- Cream cheese – Softened; we prefer full fat.
- Ranch dressing mix – Make sure you use the powdered mix, not the liquid dressing.
- Bacon – Cooked & crumbled, plus more for topping.
- Cheddar cheese – Shredded.
- Mozzarella cheese – Shredded.
- Chicken – Cooked and shredded. You can use baked chicken, rotisserie chicken, or even canned chicken.
- Sour cream – We prefer full fat.
- Optional garnish – Green onion or scallion.
How do you make crack chicken dip? (step-by-step)
⭐ First, in a large bowl, combine all ingredients except green onion and extra bacon. Mix well.
⭐ Then, press into an oven safe baking dish.
⭐ Next, bake until heated through and bubbly.
⭐ Finally, garnish with green onion and crumbled bacon.
Preparation
Can you make crack chicken dip ahead of time?
Yes, the dip can be prepared and then kept in the refrigerator for a day or two before baking and serving. It can also be frozen for several months.
How long do you cook crack chicken dip in the oven?
We cook ours in the oven for about twenty to thirty minutes. This can vary depending on the size and depth of your pan. Typically a deep pan will need to cook longer, while a larger shallow dish will take less time.
Crack Chicken Dip (Crock Pot)
If you want to make this dip in the slow cooker, you’ll just need to add all the ingredients to your slow cooker after they’ve been mixed together. Spread it evenly, then cover and turn on low for about 30 minutes.
Leftovers and storage
How Long Does Crack Chicken Dip Stay Good For
It will stay good for 3 – 5 days in the refrigerator. You won’t want to keep it longer than that because there is meat (chicken) in the dip.
If you want the dip to last longer, your best bet is to pop it in the freezer. When it comes out just give things a good stir if the ingredients have separated a bit. Then pop it in the oven or microwave to heat.
How to Store Crack Chicken Dip
You’ll want to store it in an air tight container in the refrigerator or freezer. This dip contains both dairy and meat, so if it is left out for too long it will go bad.
If you have leftovers from a party, make sure that it wasn’t left out for more than two hours. If it was, then throw the leftovers away to avoid getting sick.
How do you freeze this creamy ranch chicken dip?
If already baked, first allow it to cool completely, then store in an airtight freezer safe container. Freeze for up to 6 months.
To cook from frozen, make sure it’s in a dish that can go from freezer to oven, then add 30 – 40 minutes to your bake time. Alternatively, thaw overnight in the refrigerator then bake according to the recipe directions.
Tips tricks and answers to frequently asked questions
🥪 You can enjoy this cold! All the ingredients are cooked, so feel free to dig in straight from the fridge or put it on sandwich bread.
🍝 Toss it with a half pound of cooked pasta for a full meal.
🧀 Make it extra cheesy by adding an extra half cup of shredded cheese to the top before baking.
🌶 Go for some spice with a few tablespoons of diced pickled jalapenos!
What to eat with homemade crack chicken dip (serving suggestions)
I like to serve this dish with homemade crackers, chips, and fresh veggies for dipping. It goes great alongside baked chicken wings and spicy meatballs (with ranch dressing to dip) at a party.
More dip recipes for your party
- Cream cheese dip
- Chili cheese dip recipe
- Spinach artichoke dip
- White bean dip
- Crab dip recipe
- See all our dip recipes
More awesome game day appetizers
- Bacon wrapped ritz crackers
- Deviled eggs with dill pickle
- Caprese skewers
- Rice paper rolls
- See all our party appetizer recipes
Other recipes with cream cheese
- No bake cheesecake
- Cranberry jello salad
- Cookies and cream cookies
- Blueberry French toast bake
- See all our recipes with cream cheese
Tools we love
- 2 quart baking dish – I love this dish because it has a lid.
- Electric hand mixer – My favorite tool for shredding chicken quickly!
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Crack Chicken Dip
Crack Chicken Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix (1 ounce)
- 8 ounces bacon cooked & crumbled (plus more for topping)
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 cup sour cream
- diced green onions for topping
Instructions
OVEN
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except green onion and extra bacon and mix well.
- Press into an oven safe baking dish. (We used a 2 quart dish)
- Bake at 350F for 20 - 30 minutes until heated through and bubbling.
- Top with sliced green onions and crumbled bacon.
SLOW COOKER
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except green onion and extra bacon and mix well.
- Press into your slow cooker insert.
- Cook until heated through and cheese is melty (2 - 4 hours on high or 4 - 6 hours on low).
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Whoa, THIS needs to happen ASAP, it looks so incredibly delish!!
Best dip ever!!! Definitely going to be making this again for our Super Bowl party on Sunday.
Oh my goodness. This is so good! Definitely addicting! Good thing I’ve got my family to share this with or I’d eat the whole thing myself! 😀