Marry Me Chicken Dip Recipe

This creamy, cheesy Marry Me Chicken Dip is made with shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and cream cheese, ready in 35 minutes. Pulling a toasted baguette slice through the bubbling, golden cheese layer reveals the rich, garlic-infused chicken mixture underneath. I make this whenever I need a reliable crowd-pleaser for weekend gatherings.

Why This Classic Works

Turning the famous chicken dinner into an appetizer seemed like a foolproof idea, but my first attempt was entirely too greasy. I learned that draining the sun-dried tomatoes completely before chopping them keeps the mixture perfectly creamy.

Now, I always fold in a handful of fresh basil right before baking instead of mixing it in earlier. The residual heat releases the herb’s fragrance without turning the leaves bitter.

Marry Me Chicken Dip Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

How To Make Marry Me Chicken Dip

1. Prep the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish.
2. Mix the base: In a large bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and sour cream until perfectly smooth.
3. Combine ingredients: Stir in the shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, half of the mozzarella, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
4. Assemble the dip: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
5. Bake until golden: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and the edges turn golden brown.

Recipe Tips

• Soften the cream cheese: Cold cream cheese will leave lumps in your mixture and make it difficult to scoop.
• Drain the tomatoes well: Excess oil from the sun-dried tomatoes will separate during baking and make the top greasy.
• Shred your own cheese: Pre-shredded mozzarella contains anti-caking agents that prevent it from melting smoothly.

What To Serve With Marry Me Chicken Dip

Serve this rich appetizer with sturdy vehicles like toasted baguette slices, pita chips, or thick crostini. Celery sticks and bell pepper strips also work well if you want a fresh, crisp contrast to the heavy cheese.

How To Store

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or place the whole dish back in a 350°F oven until warmed through. Freezing is not recommended as the cream cheese will separate.

FAQs

Can I use canned chicken?
Yes, thoroughly drained canned chicken works, but freshly shredded rotisserie chicken offers the best texture.

Can I make this ahead of time?
You can assemble everything entirely, cover it tightly, and keep it in the fridge for up to two days before baking.

Is this spicy?
The red pepper flakes add a mild warmth rather than intense heat. You can omit them completely if you prefer zero spice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Total Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 6g
• Protein: 18g

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• Baked Chicken Corn Dip Recipe
• Warm Chicken Nacho Dip Recipe
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Marry Me Chicken Dip

Recipe by Emily Mitchell

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

25

minutes

Total time

35

minutes

Marry Me Chicken Dip combines creamy cheeses, sun-dried tomatoes, and tender chicken in a quick 35-minute recipe. Perfect for casual parties, this savory appetizer delivers bold Italian flavors and a bubbling cheese topping that guests will devour instantly.

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup sour cream

• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped

• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Directions

• 1. Prep the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish.
• 2. Mix the base: In a large bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and sour cream until perfectly smooth.
• 3. Combine ingredients: Stir in the shredded chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, half of the mozzarella, garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
• 4. Assemble the dip: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
• 5. Bake until golden: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and the edges turn golden brown.