Colby-Pepper Jack Dip

This colby-pepper jack dip is made heartier by the addition of chopped cooked chicken. Chopped chipotle peppers, jalapeños, and chili powder add even more heat. Prepare up to a day ahead; cover and chill in an airtight container, and bake just before serving.

Mexican/American

Type of Dish Appetizer

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 2 cups (8-oz) shredded colby-Jack cheese blend
  • 1 can (4-oz) chopped green chiles
  • 4 green onions finely chopped
  • 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350°. Stir together first 5 ingredients in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in chicken and next 5 ingredients until blended. Spoon cheese mixture into a lightly greased 8-inch square baking dish.
  2. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until bubbly. Spoon into a serving bowl. Garnish, if desired. Serve with tortilla and sweet potato chips. As dish cools it will become harder to scoop with chips, it may also be served in a warmer if it will be sitting for any length of time.

Further Information

Yield 10

Preparation Time is approxmiately 15 minutes.

Cooking Time is approxmiately 30 minutes.