Lightened Marry Me Chicken Dip (Print Version)

Creamy chicken dip with sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and Parmesan—perfect for sharing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (approximately 2 large breasts)

→ Dairy & Cheeses

02 - 4 oz light cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup plain 2% Greek yogurt
04 - ½ cup part-skim shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables & Aromatics

06 - ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - ¼ cup chopped fresh basil, plus extra for garnish

→ Seasonings

09 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
10 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
11 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
13 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Extras

14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil, for sautéing

# Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Incorporate sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, sautéed garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, mozzarella, Parmesan, chopped basil, oregano, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until uniform.
04 - Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased 1-quart baking dish and smooth the surface with a spatula.
05 - Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the dip is hot, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
06 - Sprinkle with additional fresh basil and serve warm alongside your choice of sliced vegetables, whole grain crackers, or pita chips.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Lightened version of a popular dish
  • Perfect for parties or cozy nights in
02 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken for extra flavor
  • Substitute Greek yogurt with low-fat sour cream if desired
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for a vibrant flavor boost
  • Don&t overbake to keep the dip creamy
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