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Saturday, February 16, 2013

Recipes by Nate - Chicken Artichoke Bacon Dip

Chicken Artichoke Bacon Dip
  • 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained 
  • 1 (3 ounce) package cooked chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach, chopped 
  • 4 strips cooked bacon, coarsely chopped 
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise 
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
    2 ounces Neufchatel cheese, cut into cubes 
  • 2 tablespoons milk, or more to taste 
  • 1 clove garlic, minced 
  • 2 slices Swiss cheese, cut into strips 
  • Ground black pepper to taste 
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste (optional)



  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Blend artichoke hearts, chicken breast, spinach, bacon, mayonnaise, mozzarella cheese, Neufchatel cheese, milk, garlic, Swiss cheese, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a blender or food processor; spread into a baking dish.
  3. Bake until browned and bubbling on top, 30 to 40 minutes. 
by,
Nate Bruce