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Savory BBQ Chicken Pizza Dip with Crispy Bacon

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A quick and easy crowd-pleasing dip combining smoky BBQ sauce, tender chicken, gooey cheese, and crispy bacon, perfect for parties and casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 3/4 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh chopped parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Blend until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or sturdy spoon, about 2 minutes.
  4. Fold in the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, diced red onion, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine.
  5. Spoon the mixture into a 9-inch oven-safe skillet or baking dish, spreading evenly and smoothing the top.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the dip, then scatter the chopped crispy bacon on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese bubbles and turns golden brown around the edges.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired.
  9. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crusty bread, or veggie sticks.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth blending. Shred chicken finely for even distribution. Watch bake time carefully to avoid drying out the dip. You can prepare the dip base a day ahead and bake just before serving. For a smoky punch, drizzle extra BBQ sauce on top before serving.

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