Not only is this queso dip flavored chicken easy, it’s super delicious too! Make it in the crock pot or stovetop!

Do you love queso dip? Then this easy dinner is just what you want!

First I have to say that this chicken is beyond delicious. And even better, it only has 4 ingredients and can be cooked in the crock pot–how I did it–or on top of the stove!

I know I keep saying this, but it never ceases to amaze me at how meals with so few ingredients and no-fuss preparation turn out to be the tastiest meals you eat and become beloved family favorites that are “keepers.”

This is a for-reals “dump-and-go” meal. The recipe has two stages but there’s no fuss whatsoever involved. Both stages are dumping in ingredients.

One of the things I love about the holiday season is the variety of dips I see posted around the net. I am a big fan of these hot dips and sometimes eat the dip with crackers or tortilla chips as a guilty-pleasure dinner. Then it hit me that if I could remake the dip into a sauce and pair it with a meat, I just might be able to create a dinner recipe from this idea. It worked when I created my Jalapeño Popper Chicken, now I wanted to try to do it with another dip flavor I’m crazy about.

I have to say that this is even better than the popper chicken. This chicken is super rich in flavor. Everything works so well complimenting each other. I just served this with simple jasmine rice. This chicken needs no other dressing up; it’s a star on it’s own!

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Queso Dip Chicken

Not only is this queso dip flavored chicken easy, it’s super delicious too! Make it in the crock pot or stovetop!

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time5 hours hrs

Total Time5 hours hrs 5 minutes mins

Course: Chicken, Comfort Foods, Slow Cooker

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: chicken, queso dip, slow cooker chicken

Servings: 4

Calories: 300kcal

Author: Judith Hannemann

Ingredients

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
• 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilis (i.e. Rotel)
• 8 oz Velveeta cut into cubes
• 4 oz cream cheese cut into cubes
• 1 tbsp finely chopped jalapeño optional

Instructions

• **To cook stovetop, see NOTES**
• Place chicken, jalapeños if using and undrained tomatoes in a 4-qt slow cooker.
• Cover and cook on high 3-4 hours.
• Add the Velveeta and cream cheese.
• Cover and cook for 1 more hour on high
• Stir to blend until sauce is smooth.
• Serve over rice

Notes

TO COOK STOVE TOP--Brown chicken in 2 tbs olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Stir in undrained tomatoes. Cover and cook for 15 minutes over low heat. Add Velveeta and cream cheese. Stir until cheeses are melted and sauce is smooth. If desired, sauce can be reduced by simmering uncovered for about 5-8 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 1063mg | Potassium: 586mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1078IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 378mg | Iron: 1mg

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Tabasco Chipotle Fried Bacon

 

A little Tabasco® is the secret to delicious party food. It’s the key ingredient that makes these holiday party recipes, batter dipped bacon and a great queso dip, extra smoky and flavorful.

#SeasonedGreetings! Tis the time for holiday parties! So start planning for yours–I’m planning mine right now.

Chances are these are not sit-down formal affairs such as dinner parties, but more likely casual get-togethers where appetizers and assorted nibblers are served.

My plan is to keep it simple–yet tasty. Since my friends and I love the taste that chipotle peppers imparts to lots of foods, I couldn’t wait to try adding Tabasco Chipotle Pepper Sauce in some of my best-loved party food.

Tabasco Original, Green Jalapeno and Chipotle

 

I was able to easily find all three Tabasco varieties in the condiment aisle at my local Price Chopper on my last shopping trip. I’ve used the original flavor for years but have never tried the Green Jalapeno nor the Chipotle flavor, so I bought all three varieties!

This year, I’m making an old stand-by queso dip, but with a new twist added and decided to experiment with fried bacon that is batter dipped.

Tabasco Chipotle Chicken Queso Dip

I’d seen bacon done this way on an old show I used to watch, but that used pancake batter and I wanted to do something different with the batter. That’s where the Tabasco Chipotle comes in!

Tabasco Chipotle Batter Dipped Fried Bacon

The Tabasco makes the batter smoky and spicy–which enhances the rich flavor of the bacon. This bacon is so crisp and flavorful, it will be a real hit. Watch it disappear!

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Tabasco Appetizers

A little Tabasco® is the secret to delicious party food. It’s the key ingredient that makes these holiday party recipes, batter dipped bacon and a great queso dip, extra smoky and flavorful.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time20 minutes mins

Total Time35 minutes mins

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Keyword: appetizers, tabasco

Servings: 12 people

Calories: 403kcal

Author: Judith Hannemann

Ingredients

QUESO DIP

• 1 lb Velveeta cut into cubes
• 4 oz cream cheese cut in cubes
• 16 oz fire roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
• 2-3 tbsp Tabasco Chipotle pepper sauce
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives optional

BATTER DIPPED BACON INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb bacon don't use thick cut
• 1 cup oil for frying

BATTER

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 4 tbsp Tabasco chipotle pepper sauce
• 1 1/2 cups water

Instructions

• Follow photos for queso dip instructions

BATTER DIPPED BACON INSTRUCTIONS

• Heat 1-2-inches of oil in a deep pot (I use a dutch oven) or electric deep fryer to 375 degrees F. If using an electric deep fryer, please follow *all* manufacturer instructions on use.
• In a medium bowl, mix the flour, salt, pepper and baking soda. Add only enough water to make a very thick batter (this was 1 1/2 cups for me, but this is dependent on atmospheric conditions, so your amount may vary). Add the Tabasco Chipotle and stir until well combined. Set aside.
• Cut each slice of bacon in half so you have 2 short pieces.
• Dip bacon pieces into batter, letting excess batter drip back into the bowl.
• Place in hot oil (don't overcrowd the pan--fry in small batches so the battered bacon has plenty of room to move around. Fry about 4-6 pieces at a time). Fry a total of 10 minutes, turning each slice once midway in the cooking time.
• Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Bacon may be kept warm in a 200 degree F oven while frying additional batches.

Nutrition

Serving: 2pieces | Calories: 403kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 1585mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 697IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 2mg

Pictorial Directions for Queso Dip:

Shred the chicken. Cut cheeses into cubes.

Ingredients for the queso dip

Microwave and stir until smooth

Add the chicken and Tabasco Chipotle

Enjoy!

Tabasco Chipotle Batter Dipped Fried Bacon

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