Description
Creamy Banana Pepper Chicken Dip is a warm, cheesy appetizer made with shredded chicken, tangy banana peppers, and a rich, creamy base. Perfect for parties, game day, or easy entertaining.
Ingredients
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2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
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1 cup chopped banana peppers (mild or hot, to taste)
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup sour cream
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Optional garnish: chopped green onions or parsley
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish.
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In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
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Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Add shredded chicken, banana peppers, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese. Mix well.
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Spread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
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Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes to lightly brown the top.
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Let cool slightly, garnish if desired, and serve warm with crackers or bread.
Notes
Rotisserie chicken works great and saves time.
For extra heat, use hot banana peppers or add red pepper flakes.
Can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg