Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Dip

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Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Dip

Score Big with this Irresistible Dip

In Jamie’s Kitchen, we help you elevate your game day spread with this irresistible Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Dip! Perfect for the Super Bowl or any party, this slow-cooker recipe is packed with flavor and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

With the Super Bowl around the corner, I whipped up this delicious dip as the ultimate addition to your game-day lineup. It’s easy to make, full of cheesy goodness, and guaranteed to keep your guests coming back for more!

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Game Day Snacking without the Guilt

This Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Dip features tender chicken breast, zesty enchilada sauce, roasted peppers, onions, and a trio of cheeses—cheddar, cream cheese, and high-protein cottage cheese blended with nutritional yeast and garlic for an extra kick.

What sets this dip apart is its healthier twist on a classic favorite. By using lean chicken breast, nutritious veggies, and protein-packed cottage cheese, you can indulge guilt-free without compromising on flavor.

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Ingredients for Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Dip

  • 2 Chicken Breasts (about 1 pound total)
  • 15 oz jar of enchilada sauce
  • 16 oz jar of salsa
  • 8 oz block cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 16 oz container of low-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 TBSP nutritional yeast
  • 2 TBSP minced garlic
  • 3 bell peppers
  • 2 small or 1 large onion
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste
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Instructions

  1. Add chicken, enchilada sauce, and salsa to the slow-cooker and cook on high for 3 hours.
  2. Meanwhile, dice and roast peppers and onions until tender and slightly charred.
  3. In a blender, combine cottage cheese with nutritional yeast and garlic until smooth.
  4. Grate cheddar cheese using a rotary cheese grater.
  5. Shred the cooked chicken, then add the cottage cheese mixture, cheddar cheese, roasted veggies, and half a block of reduced-fat cream cheese.
  6. Stir well and cook for an additional hour until heated through and bubbly.
  7. Serve warm with whole-grain scoops chips for dipping.
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Winning Tips

For the best results, I recommend grating your own cheddar cheese and using a rotary cheese grater for maximum freshness and meltability. This ensures that every bite is perfectly cheesy and delicious.

You’ll need a slow-cooker for this recipe to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. Additionally, roasting the peppers and onions adds a depth of flavor that takes this dip to the next level.

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Preparation and Cooking Time:

With just 15 minutes of prep and 4 hours of cooking time, this dip is as easy to make as it is delicious to eat. Simply set it and forget it, and you’ll have a mouthwatering appetizer ready to go in no time!

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Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Dip

Perfect for the Super Bowl or any party, this slow-cooker recipe is packed with flavor and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Course Appetizer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Chicken Breasts about 1 pound total
  • 15 oz jar of enchilada sauce
  • 16 oz jar of salsa
  • 8 oz block cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 16 oz container of low-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 TBSP nutritional yeast
  • 2 TBSP minced garlic
  • 3 bell peppers
  • 2 small or 1 large onion
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Add chicken, enchilada sauce and salsa to the slow cooker. Cook on high for 3 hours.
  • Dice peppers and onions
  • Preheat oven to 400. Place peppers and onions on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spray with oil and add salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Roast for 20 minutes.
  • Grate the cheddar cheese
  • Blend cottage cheese, nutritional yeast, and garlic for 30 seconds or until smooth
  • After 3 hours, shred the chicken then add the vegetables, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and cottage cheese mixture to the slow-cooker.
  • Stir well, cover, cook on high for 1 hour
  • Serve with your favorite whole-grain chips

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Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Dip is a healthier way to eat chips and savory, cheesy dips. The protein from the chicken and cottage cheese is great for building strong muscles and the salsa and roasted vegetables add fiber right when you need it most. This is a delicious dip that is perfect for Super Bowl or any game day. #crockpotdip #chickenenchiladadip #gamedayanacks #superbowldip #crockpotquesochicken

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Keyword Cottage Cheese, Crockpot dips with cream cheese, easy crockpot cheese dip, easy Super Bowl dip crockpot, Game Day Snacks, High Protein, Holiday Favorites, Slow Cooker, Super Bowl Dips

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2 Comments

  1. Bettè Boyle

    Can I leave the yeast out?? What is the reason for adding it ???

    Reply
    • Jamie

      It gives a cheesy taste and adds protein. I think it will be ok if you leave it out.

      Reply

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