Description
This rich and flavorful Marry Me Chicken Dip transforms the beloved Marry Me Chicken entrée into an easy-to-make, cheesy dip. Featuring tender shredded chicken simmered in a savory blend of sun-dried tomato oil, smoked paprika, Italian seasonings, creamy cheeses, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, this dip is perfect for gatherings and party appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp sun-dried tomato oil (from the jar)
- 3/4 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Liquid and Dairy
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- Additional cheese for topping (as much as you like)
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tbsp dry shallots
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Coat both sides of the boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly with 3/4 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to impart bold, aromatic flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp sun-dried tomato oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the pan and sear on both sides for about 3 minutes each until they develop a nice golden color, enhancing flavor through caramelization.
- Braise the Chicken: Pour 2 cups of chicken broth into the saucepan, enough to almost cover the chicken breasts. Cover the pan with a lid and allow the chicken to braise for 30 minutes over medium-low heat, or until the chicken is completely cooked and easily shreds with a fork.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the pan and transfer them to a large bowl. Using a hand mixer, shred the chicken into fine pieces to create a perfect base for the dip.
- Combine Dip Ingredients: To the shredded chicken, add 1 cup sour cream, 8 oz cream cheese, 1 cup chopped spinach, 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, 1 tbsp dry shallots, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp basil, 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 cup parmesan cheese, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Heat the Dip: Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and gently heat over low to medium heat until all the cheeses melt and the dip becomes creamy and hot throughout.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving dish and top with additional cheese as desired. Serve warm with your choice of dippers such as crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Notes
- This rich, cheesy Marry Me Chicken Dip is loaded with all the flavor of classic Marry Me chicken, but it’s in an easy-to-make dip form, perfect for entertaining.
- Feel free to customize the cheese toppings or add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- Use a hand mixer or two forks to shred the chicken; a mixer makes shredding faster and more uniform.
- Ensure not to overcook the chicken during braising to keep it tender and moist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 345 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 988 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.01 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 101 mg
