1cupextra sharp cheddar cheese, best if you shred it yourself - divided
1 ½lbscooked shredded chicken, rotisserie works great
thick corn chips, tortilla chips, crackers, or celery/carrot sticks for serving
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350F with rack on upper middle position.
In a heavy medium pot, whisk softened cream cheese on low heat until completely smooth. Add Ranch dressing, hot sauce, garlic and onion powders, 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, and chicken.
Using a fork, whisk mixture on medium-low heat until mixture is heated through. Taste and add a bit of water if needed to dilute. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheese on evenly over top.
Bake uncovered 5-10 min or just until cheese is melted and lightly browned at edges. Serve hot, with crackers, chips, and/or vegetable sticks.
Notes
Depending on the brand of dressing and style of chicken used, the dip may be more or less salty - if it's too salty, you can dilute it with a bit of water.
Dip can be served hot or room temperature.
Leftovers can be wrapped airtight and chilled for up to a week.
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