Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Dip Recipe (2024)

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written by Ashley Fehr

4.94 from 29 votes

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings 12 servings

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Last updated on June 3, 2020

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This Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Dip is perfect for game day, movie night, an appetizer or a casual dinner! It’s creamy, cheesy, and made from scratch! Perfect with crusty bread or vegetables.

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I first shared this recipe on The Recipe Critic.

So, I know that you know this already, but I’m a little bit picky.

I like the things I like and I’m not always super adventurous when it comes to the food I eat. But comfort food? You could say it’s my forte.

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As far as dips go, I’m usually not a fan. I don’t like dressings, or sour cream, or mayo, or any of the things that dips are generally made from. But this one I think I could eat just with a spoon!

It’s made with a homemade Alfredo sauce (which is super easy and totally worth the extra 10 minutes!), cream cheese, extra cheese, and chicken. If you serve it up with crusty bread and some veggies, you can easily make it a complete meal!

If you’re into meal prepping, I suggest making a big batch of this Instant Pot Shredded Chicken and keeping some on hand for this Chicken Alfredo Dip! It makes the prep for this recipe soooo much easier!

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One of the things I love about baked dips like this for a game day or entertaining is that they can be made completely ahead of time and just baked when you need them. They store so well in the refrigerator and really take a lot of the stress out of cooking for a whole bunch of people!

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Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Dip

written by Ashley Fehr

4.94 from 29 votes

This Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Dip is perfect for game day, movie night, an appetizer or a casual dinner! It’s creamy, cheesy, and made from scratch! Perfect with crusty bread or vegetables.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Cuisine American

Course Appetizer

Servings 12 servings

Calories 129cal

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup 1% milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1 8oz package cream cheese
  • 2 cups cooked chopped chicken breast (about 1 large breast)

Instructions

  • In a medium skillet, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth.

  • Add salt, parsley, and garlic and cook 1 minute.

  • Add broth and milk and whisk until smooth. Cook over medium heat, whisking often, until thickened and smooth. Stir in Parmesan cheese and ½ cup mozzarella.

  • In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add Alfredo sauce and beat until smooth. Stir in chicken.

  • Spread into a medium baking dish (1-1.5 quarts) and sprinkle with remaining ½ cup mozzarella cheese.

  • Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until bubbly and beginning to brown, or cover and refrigerate up to 2 days until ready to bake. Serve with veggies, crackers and crusty bread.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 129cal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 460mg | Potassium: 114mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 330IU | Vitamin C: 1.4mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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My name is Ashley Fehr and I love creating easy meals my family loves. I also like to do things my way, which means improvising and breaking the rules when necessary. Here you will find creative twists on old favorites and some of my favorite family recipes, passed down from generations!

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Comments

  1. Joyce Beaty says

    Made for ladies golf social- best dip ever!! Now, requested for all socials. So easy and delicious
    Thanks for amazing recipe.

    Reply

    • The Recipe Rebel says

      Hi Joyce! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!

      Reply

  2. Tammy Patterson says

    I was wondering where can I find the Alfredo recipe?

    Reply

  3. Pauline Benzing says

    This is absolutely delicious! I can’t stay out of it!

    Reply

    • The Recipe Rebel says

      Hi Pauline! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this kind review!

      Reply

  4. Tammy Morris says

    I haven’t tried this yet but I am wondering what I can use to dip into it? Just breads? Crackers etc? I honestly haven’t seen this dip before so it would be helpful to suggest dipping suggestions please.

    Reply

    • Kathy says

      I’m using sturdy crackers because I burnt the bread. Lol

      Reply

    • The Recipe Rebel says

      Hi Tammy! I serve it with bread and veggies.

      Reply

    • The Recipe Rebel says

      Hi Vickie! So glad you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for this review!

      Reply

  5. Andrea Kempf says

    Football season is finally here!! This means that I am always on the hunt for good appetizers that all the guys love! This past Sunday, this was a huge hit and sooo yummy!

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      I’m so glad to hear that!

      Reply

  6. Stephanie Maye says

    I seen someone else ask this and you didn’t reply with an exact amount. Your recipe is missing how much Alfredo to use.

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    • Della says

      The Alfredo is the first 9 ingredients that you cook first.

      Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      The entire recipe is in the recipe card. If you follow all the steps, you will be fine 🙂

      Reply

  7. Jack says

    My god girlfriend, however do you cook high caloric recipes like this one and still keep your slim figure? I know my wife and daughter would love this but I fear it would expand their waistlines and they will be mad at me.Debating whether I should fix this for dipping bread into it for supper or having it with fettucine, Have you made it for supper just with bread? If I choose the pasta option which serving size should I go for to cover a pound of fettucine? The 6 or 12 serving size? You are rapidly becoming me favorite recipe blogger as most of the recipes look scrumptious . I tried your Mongolian beef slow cooker the other day and was a hit with everyone. Cheers!

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    • Ashley Fehr says

      I’m so glad to hear you guys liked it! My philosophy is it’s all about balance 🙂 I enjoy all kinds of foods — light and healthy as well as rich and indulgent, and dishes that are as rich as this one I will make to share 🙂 I don’t like to ban any foods from my diet! I think if you wan to serve this with pasta the 6 serving size would be great! I’d love to hear how it goes 🙂

      Reply

  8. Kathy says

    I have some leftover from a party three days ago and wondered if I can freeze it or how long it would stay good in the refrigerator. By the way, everyone loved it!!

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    • Ashley Fehr says

      I’m so happy to hear that! I wouldn’t leave it too long in the refrigerator because of all of the dairy, but a few days would be fine. It should freeze okay, but I’ve never tried! When I have leftovers I often thin it out with milk or chicken broth and toss it with pasta for dinner. It’s delicious!

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  9. Maria Poupart says

    Hi Ashley I’m thinking about making this for a baby shower and I know I have to adjust the amounts but I saw in one of the comments about making it in the slow cooker. Any suggestions on how to keep it warm at the event.

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    • Ashley Fehr says

      I think you could definitely pour it into a slow cooker after cooking, top with the cheese and just leave it on low during the event. That way it stays warm!

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  10. Kristen says

    Hi Ashley, great recipe. I actually skipped the step where you mix the cream cheese with the hand mixer. Honestly, after you make your sauce, you can just drop in the softened cream cheese and simmer and stir until smooth.

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    • Ashley Fehr says

      Thanks! Since I first made the recipe, I have actually done that too!

      Reply

  11. Lesha says

    Can I put this in a dip crock pot on warm?

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    • Ashley Fehr says

      Definitely, great idea!

      Reply

  12. Jessica says

    How much Alfredo sauce is used in this recipe ?

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    • Ashley Fehr says

      I’m not entirely sure how much the recipe makes.

      Reply

  13. Jess says

    I am making this for a Saturday event. If I were to make it Friday night and then reheat the following afternoon would it taste the same?? Or should I try and make it in the morning but still have to reheat it later that day. which do you suggest?
    Thank you! wow excited to make this. Looks so yummy!

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    • Ashley Fehr says

      You can definitely make ahead and reheat! I would say that you may need to add a bit of milk or chicken broth to thicken it up as you’re reheating it though. Let me know how it turns out!

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      • Cathy says

        When you heat it up the next day will it be thick enough
        and will it be thick enough if I didn’t put chicken in or would it be more like a sauce?

      • Ashley Fehr says

        It will still be pretty thick!

  14. Safa says

    Hello, this looks great but I was wondering if it would make a difference if I used another type of milk like whole?

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      No, you can definitely use whatever milk you have on hand!

      Reply

  15. Jill Blankenship says

    I made this for a snack-y pot luck at church. Huge hit. Really delish!

    Reply

  16. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    Alfredo pasta is my absolute favorite, so this dip is calling my name. I would love to dig into this with some crusty bread. Definitely perfect comfort food, especially for the weekend!

    Reply

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Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Dip Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What can I add to a jar of Alfredo sauce to make it better? ›

Fresh herbs

Heartier herbs like thyme or oregano can be added in to simmer with the sauce. Add delicate herbs like parsley, basil, or chervil at the end to maintain their delicate, aromatic flavor. Quick tip: Swirl in a bit of leftover pesto to add another herbaceous twist to your Alfredo sauce.

Is Alfredo supposed to be cheesy? ›

The key ingredient in Alfredo sauce is cheese—generally Parmigiano Reggiano—and lots of it. To thicken Alfredo sauce, simply add more cheese than the amount called for in a recipe until you achieve the consistency you want.

Can I use other cheese in Alfredo? ›

If you don't have any Parmesan on hand, do try it with different cheeses. I've used Romano, white and/or yellow Cheddar (for a great mac-n-cheese), Muenster, Gouda, and whatever else I've had on hand. For an even creamier sauce, melt in some cream cheese.

How do you make chicken Alfredo not bland? ›

Your best bet would be to add some contrasting flavors like: roasted garlic, some chopped steamed broccoli, a pinch of nutmeg, shrimp, herbs or a purée of sundried tomatoes. Alfredo Sauce is kind of a blank canvas. You can add almost anything you like and end up with something good.

How do you make jar sauce taste better? ›

A jarred sauce can sometimes lean a bit acidic, so the way to balance that is with richness. A glug of a good quality extra virgin olive oil, a splash of cream or half and half, a dollop of ricotta or mascarpone, or even a few pats of butter stirred in can smooth those rough edges.

Is it cheaper to make your own Alfredo sauce? ›

This recipe for homemade alfredo sauce uses $4.33 worth of ingredients and makes 9.5 ounces, which is also roughly 46 cents per ounce. This means homemade alfredo sauce costs about the same as high quality jarred sauces, but tastes even better.

What's the difference between chicken alfredo and cheesy alfredo? ›

Chicken Alfredo is a classic combo of creamy Alfredo sauce, grilled chicken and oven-baked cheese, while Cheesy Alfredo features the new Alfredo sauce and two layers of cheese with baked Parmesan on top.

What not to do when making Alfredo sauce? ›

16 Common Mistakes Everyone Makes With Alfredo Sauce
  1. Not starting with a roux. Marian Curko/Shutterstock. ...
  2. Not adding cream cheese. ...
  3. Forgetting an egg for flavor. ...
  4. Using a cheese other than parmesan. ...
  5. Using pre-grated parmesan. ...
  6. Adding cold cream to your sauce. ...
  7. Use the wrong kind of pasta. ...
  8. Putting your sauce on top of the pasta.
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How to doctor up Alfredo sauce? ›

Extra seasonings and spices will go a long way in adding flavor to a boring jar of sauce. Some of my personal favorites include salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, dried basil, oregano, onion powder or seasoned salt. Start with small amounts (1/2 teaspoon at a time) and add as needed, in order to avoid over-spicing.

Can I use shredded Parmesan instead of grated for Alfredo? ›

You can use pre-shredded Parmesan cheese in this Alfredo sauce recipe, but it won't have the pronounced, intense, fresh flavor you get when you grate it just before use.

Why is my Parmesan cheese not melting in Alfredo sauce? ›

There might be several reasons.
  • Using the wrong kind of cheese.
  • Not applying a correct amount of heat.
  • Using the right kind of cheese, but not grading it small enough.
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Why does my cheese clump in Alfredo? ›

If the cheese is low quality or not freshly grated, it may have a higher moisture content, which can cause it to clump together in the sauce. Using freshly grated high-quality Parmesan cheese can help prevent this problem.

Why does chicken alfredo always upset my stomach? ›

It may be the fat content that is problematic. Alfredo sauce is the epitome of fat - butter, cheese and some places use cream. The fat does slow down the digestive tract and emptying of the stomach so that may be part of the problem.

What thickens chicken alfredo? ›

These are a great way to thicken your sauce by making them creamier and more satiating.
  • Egg Yolks. Egg yolks are a terrific thickener for many things and pasta sauce is one of them. ...
  • Cream Cheese. ...
  • Heavy Cream. ...
  • Parmesan. ...
  • Shredded Cheese. ...
  • Butter. ...
  • Plain Greek Yogurt.

What flavors compliment Alfredo sauce? ›

Sprinkle in fresh herbs and greens

Some foods just taste better when combined with fresh ingredients, and when it comes to which herbs to add to the Alfredo sauce, the possibilities are boundless. For instance, thyme, basil, oregano, and parsley are a few herbs that pair perfectly with the cheesy sauce.

How do I fix my Alfredo sauce? ›

The Fix Is Simple—Add Water Back.

Here's how fix a broken sauce: Add about ¼ cup of water to the pan and reheat the sauce to a vigorous simmer, whisking constantly. The bubbling action will help re-emulsify the butter and bring back that thick, glossy sauce.

What can you add to fettuccine alfredo? ›

There are dozens of variations of fettuccine Alfredo out there. You could sprinkle in fresh herbs and lemon zest or juice to cut the richness of the cream. You could also top servings with cooked shrimp or chicken for some protein, or toss in a vegetable like cooked asparagus!

What to add to pasta jar sauce? ›

Maybe it needs a touch of salt, red pepper flakes, or some fresh garlic to liven it up. You could add dried or fresh herbs too: oregano, basil, thyme, tarragon, parsley—they're all great! Want to go next level? Toss in some chopped anchovies (or anchovy salt), olives, or some lemon zest and/or juice.

What goes well with Alfredo sauce? ›

What to Serve with Fettuccine Alfredo – 15 Dreamy Combos
  • Meat. • 1 Blackened chicken.
  • Seafood. • 1 Shrimp.
  • Produce. • 1 Asparagus. • 1 Broccoli. • 1 Green beans. • 1 Spinach. ...
  • Bread & Baked Goods. • 1 Garlic bread.
  • Deli. • 1 Arugula salad. • 1 Green salad. • 1 Kale salad. • 1 Tomato salad.
  • Other. • Antipasti Bites. • Bruschetta.

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