BBQ Chicken Dip
Easy BBQ Chicken Dip made with smoky chicken, black beans, and red onions, with a drizzle of BBQ sauce. Creamy, smoky, and comforting!
If you’re searching for the perfect dish to bring to your next party or barbecue, let it be this BBQ Chicken Dip. Similar to buffalo chicken dip, this version is milder but still packed with flavor, adding just the right touch of spice. It’s creamy, comforting, and filled with chicken, black beans, barbecue sauce, and cheese. My sisters and I like to host a Halloween party every year where we dress up, play games, and I’m usually in charge of putting together a signature drink and menu. This year, I brought this dip, and it disappeared within seconds. Everyone absolutely loved it. It’s officially become my new favorite go-to chip dip!
BBQ CHICKEN DIP
One of the best things about this recipe is how simple it is to make. It’s baked right in the oven instead of using a slow cooker, so you can have a hot, cheesy, flavor-packed dip ready in no time with minimal effort. The result is a rich, creamy, and smoky-sweet barbecue chicken dip, combining cream cheese, BBQ sauce, garlic, tender chicken, corn, and black beans for a hearty, satisfying base. Melted pepper-jack and cheddar add a gooey, savory kick, while fresh onions, cilantro, and a drizzle of barbecue sauce make for the perfect bite. Serve it with tortilla chips, pita chips, crackers, toasted bread, or fresh veggies like celery and bell peppers.
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Why You’ll Love This Quick & Easy BBQ Chicken Dip Recipe:
- Make-Ahead-Friendly: Prep it in advance, refrigerate, and bake when ready for stress-free entertaining.
- Smoky & Savory Dip: Smoky barbecue sauce, creamy cheese, and tender chicken create a rich dip for everyone to enjoy.
- Skip The Slow Cooker: This dip comes together quickly with minimal prep and is baked in the oven, making it a great recipe for last-minute gatherings.
- Comforting Appetizer: Ideal for game days, holidays, potlucks, or barbecues, this dip disappears fast wherever it’s served.
Ingredients
- 2 blocks (8 ounces, each) of cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ cups finely chopped, cooked chicken
- 1/3 cup corn
- 1/3 cup black beans
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- chopped fresh cilantro
- extra barbecue sauce to drizzle on top
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 ℉. Spray a small baking dish (9×9-inch or 7×11-inch) with non-stick spray. Set aside.
In a large bowl, stir together cream cheese, barbecue sauce, and garlic powder until smooth.
Stir in chicken, corn, black beans, green onions, and half of the cheese. Spread mixture in prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake 10 more minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle the top with red onion, cilantro, and drizzle with barbecue sauce. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
Servings
Serves 6-8.
Storage and Reheating
Store leftover BBQ Chicken Dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat, warm it in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes, or until hot and bubbly, stirring halfway through for even heating. You can also reheat individual portions in the microwave in 30-60 second intervals until warmed through.
Holly’s Tips for The Best BBQ Chicken Dip:
- Soften The Cream Cheese First: Make sure your cream cheese is fully softened before mixing so the dip blends easily and bakes up extra creamy without lumps.
- Shred The Chicken: Use finely chopped or shredded cooked chicken so every scoop has a perfect balance of dip, cheese, and toppings.
- Layer Ingredients: Mix most ingredients together, then sprinkle extra cheese on top before baking for that golden, bubbly finish.
- Bake Until Hot & Bubbly: The dip is best when it’s fully heated through and lightly browned on top.
- Garnish Before Serving: Add green onions, red onions, and cilantro to keep it fresh.
- Serve Immediately: This barbecue chicken dip tastes best when served warm.
- Use Your Favorite Dippers: Use sturdy tortilla chips, pita chips, or toasted baguette slices that can hold up to the thick and hearty dip.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Yes! You can fully assemble the dip, cover it tightly, and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. When ready, simply bake until hot and bubbly.
If the dip thickens after baking or chilling, stir in a little extra barbecue sauce or a spoonful of cream cheese to restore its creamy consistency.
This can happen if the cheese separates. To fix it, stir well after baking and avoid overheating during reheating.
Absolutely! Add diced jalapeños, extra pepper-jack cheese, or a splash of hot sauce to increase the heat level.
To make BBQ Chicken Dip gluten-free, simply ensure that all ingredients are certified gluten-free, especially the barbecue sauce, as some brands may contain hidden gluten or additives. Use plain cooked chicken (such as rotisserie or homemade) and double-check that your cream cheese, shredded cheeses, black beans, and corn are gluten-free as well. Serve the dip with gluten-free dippers like tortilla chips, gluten-free crackers, or fresh vegetables instead of regular bread or chips.
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BBQ Chicken Dip
Ingredients
- 2 blocks (8 ounces, each) cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ cups finely chopped, cooked chicken
- 1/3 cup corn
- 1/3 cup black beans
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- chopped fresh cilantro
- extra barbecue sauce to drizzle on top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 ℉. Spray a small baking dish (9×9-inch or 7×11-inch) with non-stick spray. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, stir together cream cheese, barbecue sauce, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Stir in chicken, corn, black beans, green onions, and half of cheese. Spread mixture in prepared pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake 10 more minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle top with red onion, cilantro and drizzle with barbecue sauce. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
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