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Graveyard Chicken Enchilada Dip Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Description

Graveyard Chicken Enchilada Dip is a festive and flavorful layered dip featuring shredded rotisserie chicken, creamy pepper jack cheese, enchilada sauce, and a blend of seasonings baked to bubbly perfection. Served with crispy flour tortilla ‘graves’ and tortilla chips, it’s perfect for Halloween parties or casual gatherings.


Ingredients

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Dip Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 12 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1 oz. (4.5-oz.) can green chiles
  • 1 Tbsp. taco seasoning

Tortilla Graves

  • 4 flour tortillas

For Serving

  • Tortilla chips
  • Shredded lettuce (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dip mixture: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl, combine shredded pepper jack cheese, enchilada sauce, shredded rotisserie chicken, softened cream cheese, green chiles, and taco seasoning. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Bake the dip: Transfer the prepared dip mixture into a cast-iron skillet, spreading it evenly. Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is warmed through and bubbling.
  3. Create the tortilla graves: While the dip is baking, cut the flour tortillas into grave shapes using a knife or cookie cutter. Arrange them on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake these tortilla graves for 5 to 7 minutes until they become sturdy and slightly crispy, perfect for standing upright in the dip.
  4. Assemble and serve: Once the dip is done, remove it from the oven and top with shredded lettuce to add freshness and crunch. Insert the baked tortilla graves vertically into the dip to mimic a graveyard scene. Serve immediately alongside tortilla chips for dipping.

Notes

  • Use fresh, shredded rotisserie chicken for best flavor and convenience.
  • Adjust the level of spice by choosing mild or hot enchilada sauce and taco seasoning.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas.
  • The dip can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving to maintain freshness.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approx. 1/2 cup dip plus tortilla graves and chips)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg