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Creamy Honey BBQ Chicken Wing Dip – Best Easy Appetizer

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This Creamy Honey BBQ Chicken Wing Dip is the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot on your game day rotation and your weeknight snack list. No fuss, no fire alarm, just pure crowd-pleasing flavor that disappears fast.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (about 10 ounces)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¾ cup honey BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Position the rack in the center. Let cream cheese come to room temperature if not already.
  2. Shred the chicken into small, bite-sized pieces using two forks or your fingers. Set aside.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer on medium speed for about 1 minute until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Add the sour cream to the cream cheese and mix until combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  5. Pour in the honey BBQ sauce and mix until the mixture turns a warm orange-brown. Adjust with more smoked paprika if desired.
  6. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly distributed.
  7. Fold in the shredded chicken, ½ cup of the cheddar cheese, and all of the mozzarella cheese until every piece of chicken is coated. The mixture should be thick and spoonable.
  8. Transfer the mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly around the edges and the cheese on top is melted and lightly browned. For a deeper golden crust, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely.
  11. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes to set.
  12. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve warm with chips, veggies, or bread.

Notes

Room temperature cream cheese is non-negotiable for a smooth texture. Don’t overcook the dip to prevent greasiness. Use a sturdy chip like scoop-style tortilla chips. The dip can be assembled a day in advance and baked straight from the fridge, adding 5-10 minutes to baking time. For a crowd, double the recipe and use a 9×13 pan.

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