Baked Chuy’s Jalapeno Chicken Dip Recipe
This Baked Chuy’s Jalapeno Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy appetizer featuring shredded rotisserie chicken combined with fresh and pickled jalapeños, cream cheese, and a blend of shredded cheeses. Baked to bubbly perfection, it’s perfect for parties, game days, or any casual gathering where bold Tex-Mex flavors are welcome.
- Author: Leo
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Chicken and Cheese
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1–8 oz block cream cheese, softened
- 3 cups shredded cheese (a combination of Monterey Jack and cheddar, or pepper jack)
Peppers
- 2 large jalapeños, seeded and diced
- 1/3 cup pickled banana peppers, drained
- 1/3 cup pickled cherry peppers, drained
Seasonings and Sauce
- 1 1/2 cups homemade Chuy’s creamy jalapeno dip
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt (use 1/2 tsp if not using bacon)
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked pepper
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish. You can use a pie pan or a cast iron skillet as alternatives.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with diced fresh jalapeños, drained pickled banana and cherry peppers, shredded rotisserie chicken, garlic powder, salt, freshly cracked pepper, half of the shredded cheese, and the creamy jalapeno dip. Stir everything together until the mixture is smooth and easy to spread.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the dip mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top for an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top. Optionally, garnish with extra jalapeño slices for added heat and presentation.
- Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and the dip is thoroughly warmed and melted.
Notes
- For extra spice, keep some jalapeño seeds or add more fresh jalapeños on top before baking.
- Using a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese balances sharpness with creaminess, but pepper jack adds a nice kick.
- Ensure cream cheese is softened at room temperature to facilitate easy mixing.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced veggies for dipping.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
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