By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 6
437 cal · 35 min
Jenny's Famous Chicken Dip
Recipe GLPR8f1fbb9b88be0d
A creamy, zesty chicken dip featuring tender poached chicken mixed with mayonnaise, fresh salsa, red peppers, and melted cheese. Brightened with fresh lime juice and zest, and finished with a hint of chili powder and green onions. Perfect for parties or a protein-packed appetizer.
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Ingredients
1 to 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup fresh salsa
1 lime, zested and juiced
1 pinch chili powder
1 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
1 to 1.5 cups shredded cheese
1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
Directions
Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the chicken breasts and reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, then remove from water and allow to cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and salsa, stirring until well blended.
Add the shredded chicken to the mayonnaise mixture and fold gently to combine.
Zest the lime directly into the bowl, then squeeze the juice through a fine strainer to remove seeds. Stir to incorporate.
Add the diced red bell pepper, shredded cheese, and chili powder. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Fold in the chopped green onions just before serving or transferring to a serving dish. Serve chilled or at room temperature with tortilla chips or vegetable crudités.
Comments
This dip delivers solid value for a weeknight appetizer: chicken breast and standard pantry staples (mayo, salsa, cheese) are reliably stocked at every Charlotte chain, and the ingredient list keeps costs down to roughly $8–10 total, or about $1.35 per serving. The 35-minute time is honest if you're starting with raw chicken, though most cooks will cut that in half by using rotisserie chicken, which all major stores carry at competitive prices. The real drawback is the same-night constraint—this dip is best served warm and doesn't reheat gracefully, so it's a commitment to consume it immediately, not a make-ahead play for a busy household.
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