Cheesy Enchilada Dip
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If you’re looking for an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer, this Cheesy Enchilada Dip is for you! Loaded with savory flavors, melted cheese, and just the right kick of spice, it’s the kind of hot dip that disappears fast at parties, game nights, and casual family dinners.
Made with chicken, this easy hot dip is everything you love about classic enchiladas, all baked into one cheesy, delicious dish that you can scoop up with tortilla chips or corn chips.
Whether you’re hosting a party or just want a fun twist for taco night, this cheesy chicken enchilada dip is a total winner.
Fast, foolproof, and fancy enough to impress—this recipe is perfect for busy people who still want great food. It is all the flavor of enchiladas with none of the rolling or filling!
Like my Queso with Chorizo dip, my easy Jalapeño dip and my hot sausage and cream cheese dip, this hot cheesy dip is irresistible!
Why Try This Recipe
This delicious dip is simple to throw together and made right in the oven. With just a handful of ingredients like cream cheese, enchilada sauce, shredded cheese, and seasoned chicken, you’ll have it ready for the oven in minutes.
Once it’s baked to golden, melty perfection, you’ll have a cozy, savory dip that is hearty and tasty.
Cheesy Enchilada Dip Ingredients
- Cream cheese – I use my favorite store’s brand. It is best if it is softened and cubed before blending.
- Cheddar cheese – You can also use a cheddar blend. Cheese should be shredded.
- Red enchilada sauce
- Black beans
- Diced green chilies
- Taco seasoning – you can use one from the grocery store or my homemade taco seasoning
- Sliced green onions (optional)
See recipe card for quantities.
Easy Enchilada Dip Substitutions & Variations
- You can make this dip with ground beef in the place of chicken, just be sure to drain the ground beef before adding to the dip.
- You can add in a half-cup of corn for a fun twist.
- Mix in a small can of diced jalapeños for spicy kick. So good with the melty cheese!
How to Make Chicken Enchilada Dip
Step by Step Instructions
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- Step 1: Preheat oven. to 375°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded chicken, half of the cheese, enchilada sauce, black beans, green chilies, and taco seasoning.
- Step 2: Stir until everything is evenly mixed and creamy.
- Step 3: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread dip mixture into an even layer. Top with the remaining grated cheese.
- Step 4: Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is melted, and bubbly. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with green onions.
Serving Suggestions
Customize with your favorite toppings like sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, or a little fresh Pico de Gallo.
For a fun finger food option – Spoon the warm dip onto mini tostada shells or crispy round tortilla chips to make little two-bite appetizers. Perfect for parties when you want a more small bites option!
Storage
Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Timesaving and Helpful Tips
- Prep Ahead – Shred the cheese ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until ready to make. In fact, I usually keep a baggie of shredded cheese just for easy meal prep.
- Soften the Cream Cheese – Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before you start mixing. Softened cream cheese blends so much easier with the other ingredients, for a smoother, creamier dip.
- Make it super creamy – If you want an extra creamy dip, you can use a hand mixer to quickly beat together the ingredients.
- Cool for a Few – After pulling it out of the oven, give it about 5 minutes to cool slightly.
- Make it Ahead – You can assemble the dip up to a day ahead. Just cover it tightly with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate. When ready to serve, pop it straight into the oven and bake a few extra minutes if needed.
Serving Suggestion
Set out a full appetizer board with these 7 Layer Dip Cups, Cowboy Caviar, Blender Salsa and 5 Minute Guacamole.
More Hot Dips & Appetizers
If you love this cheesy enchilada dip, you’ll also enjoy these easy hot dips.
Poolside Dip – a refreshing, creamy favorite perfect for summer gatherings.
Buffalo Chicken Dip with Blue Cheese – A delicious spiced chicken dip that is a fun twist on an classic dip.
Hot Sausage and Cream Cheese Dip – A zesty and tangy hot dip made with hot sausage and peppers.
Taco Cups – This fun appetizer is single serve and great for a party where you want small bites.
Cheesy Enchilada Dip
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 8 oz block Cream cheese softened and cubed
- 3 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded halved
- 1 10 oz. can red enchilada sauce
- 1 15 oz. can Black beans rinsed and drained
- 1 4 oz. can Diced green chilies
- 1 package taco seasoning
- sliced green onion for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded chicken, half of the cheese, enchilada sauce, black beans, green chilies, and taco seasoning.
- Stir until everything is evenly mixed and creamy.
- Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges are hot and bubbly.
- For a golden, slightly crisp top, broil for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Finish with a sprinkle of sliced green onions. Serve warm with tortilla chips!
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Wow this was good – will make again!
I don’t see the amount of chicken on the recipe card.
Hey John, Thanks for pointing that out. It disappeared somehow but has been updated. Again, thanks for letting me know.