Super easy to prep, this Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Bacon Dip is perfect to throw together for your next game day party! Just combine the ingredients and let the slow cooker do the work!
We’re officially in Minnesota. Yes, I know we moved a few weeks ago, but the weather the last couple of days has cemented that fact in our minds and hands and joints and . . .I think you get the picture. It’s been cold, windy, and snowy.
Call me crazy, but it really doesn’t bother me. Yes, I get cold (in fact I’m sitting here right now with a big blanket and a space heater!).
I, however, love winter in Minnesota. The way the snow clings to the trees. The sparkly white yards after a fresh snow. And, since we are renting a summer vacation rental on the lake for the winter, we’re also able to walk out our back door and go ice skating whenever we want! It’s all worth it.
Plus, it’s perfect weather for comfort food. You have to stay warm somehow! Comfort food warms you from the inside out on chilly days. This slow cooker barbecue chicken bacon dip is just that kind of food.
It can be turned into a meal or served as an appetizer at your next game day gathering! Who doesn’t love a warm, cheesy dip?!
This slow cooker dip will disappear in no time. Warm, gooey cheddar cheese, rich cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and sweet & spicy barbecue sauce create the base of this tasty dip. Shredded chicken and crumbled bacon are stirred in and it’s all poured in the crock pot.
Turn the slow cooker on and let it do the work. About an hour and a half later, you’ll have a hot, bubbly dip ready for you to dig in with your favorite chips and veggies!
- 1 (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ C sweet & spicy barbecue sauce (I recommend using a sauce that isn't that sweet so your dip doesn't end up being too sweet)
- ¼ C sour cream
- ¼ C ranch dressing, homemade or store bought
- 2½ C shredded, cooked chicken (Rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1¼ C cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 slices cooked bacon
- Stir together all of the ingredients except the chicken, cheese, and bacon in a large bowl until well-combined. Stir in chicken, 1 cup of cheese, and 3 strips bacon crumbled. Spoon mixture into a 2.5-3 quart slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 1½ hours or until cheese is melted and dip is bubbly on edges. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Garnish with remaining cheese and strip of bacon crumbled and serve with your favorite chips and veggies.
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
I’m seriously obsessed with this. Not only do I love slow cooker recipes but I’m a huge fan of all things barbecue and obviously bacon!
Beth says
I have got to make this for super bowl, it looks irresistible!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
This dip looks fantastic! I love that you made it in the crock pot. So perfect for game days!
taylor @ greens & chocolate says
Wait, I knew you moved but how did I miss you moved to Minnesota?! Exciting!! I happen to love Minnesota winters, too. Also loving everything about this dip. The barbecue, the bacon, the fact that it can be made in a slow cooker! Perfect!
Meg says
Minnesota in the winter?! And I’ve been complaining about Maryland! 🙂 This dip looks delicious, and I would definitely have to make sure we had plenty of folks around to help me conquer it. Yum!
Rina~I Thee Cook says
I can smell the bacon coming through my screen! This looks divine Jessica!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I cannot imagine living in snow!! And this dip. OMG. I could eat it all. Pinned!
Beth says
Welcome to Minnesota!! Land of 10,000 lakes and bitterly cold winters 🙂
Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog says
I’ll take the dip please but you can keep your Minnesota winter! I’m in New England so our winters suck but not as bad as the mid0west!
Danae @ Recipe Runner says
Between me and my husband this dip wouldn’t stand a chance! Looks delicious!
Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough says
Yessss! This is perfect for these Minnesota winter days. I’ll take a big bowl of this dip with a mound of chips and a warm blanket and a cozy fire in the fireplace, please. 🙂
Jessica says
This looks really yummy!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
I love anything with barbecue sauce. This dip looks so good!
I can’t imagine being able to walk out my back door and go ice skating. What fun. 🙂
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
That vacation rental sounds totally dreamy! I love the idea of ice skating and fluffy white snow, and I love the idea of coming in to warm up with this dip even more! Pinned:)
Mom's Dish says
Wow, this dip sounds so so amazing!
Tori@Gringalicious.com says
The guys will love this! It looks so yummy!
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says
Minnesota?! Brr cold there, right?! I’m glad the move went well though, and this DIP! OMGosh! Looks amazing!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
It’s been so cold here and more comfort foods are just what we need too. This bbq chicken dip looks incredible! Love that you made it in the crock pot.
Joanne says
You had me at warm and cheesy. This sounds awesome!
Allie | Baking a Moment says
I love the snowy weather, as long as I can admire it from indoors, lol! But I do love to ice skate, so it’s pretty cool that you have that whenever you’d like 😉 Congrats on the move and on this fabulous dip! I can’t think of a more perfect snack for football season!
Ashley says
Well I kinda want to come stay at your rental on the lake for the winter! haha sounds perfect!
And this dip sounds pretty darn perfect too 🙂
Anne@FromMySweetHeart says
This dip looks luscious, Jessica! Perfect for snacking in front of my favorite tv show. We’ve been in a cold blast, too. Enjoy your winter wonderland and stay warm!
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says
Woah! That dip sounds absolutely amazing…pretty sure I would devour the entire thing in one sitting!!! Definitely comfort food that is perfect on snowy winter days!
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says
Phew! Minnesota does not sound like a fun place to spend winter! The dip looks amazing!
Nicole says
can I double this? for a potluck? If so do I need to increase the cooking time?
Jessica@A Kitchen Addiction says
Yes, you can double this! Since the meat is already cooked before adding to the dip, you just need to cook it until everything is hot and melted. If you’re cooking on low, you’ll probably need to add 30-45 minutes. A lot depends on how hot your slow cooker runs, so you may want to check it after an additional 20 minutes. Hope that helps!