Easy Nashville Hot Chicken Dip
Easy Nashville hot chicken dip is a creamy, cheesy, and spicy appetizer inspired by classic Nashville hot chicken. Packed with shredded chicken, bold hot sauce, and melted cheeses, it’s perfect for parties, game day, or any spicy craving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup hot sauce (cayenne-based or Nashville hot sauce)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Pickle chips (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
- Stir in shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
- Remove from oven, garnish with pickle chips and green onions if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Adjust hot sauce and cayenne to control the spice level.
- Rotisserie chicken works great and saves time.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, celery, or toasted bread.
- This dip can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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