Green Goddess Chicken Dip (Printable Version)

Vibrant creamy dip with shredded chicken, fresh herbs, and tangy accents, ideal for snacking or appetizers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded skinless rotisserie chicken (approximately 280 g)
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
03 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (1 g)
04 - ¼ teaspoon garlic powder (0.5 g)
05 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Green Goddess Dip Base

06 - 1 cup sour cream (240 ml)
07 - ½ cup mayonnaise (120 ml)
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (30 ml)
09 - 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar (15 ml)
10 - ½ teaspoon anchovy paste (optional, approx. 2.5 g)
11 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
12 - ¼ cup chopped fresh chives (15 g)
13 - ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (15 g)
14 - ¼ cup chopped fresh basil (15 g)
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon (8 g)
16 - ¼ teaspoon salt (1.5 g)
17 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (0.5 g)

→ Salad & Toppings

18 - 1 cup finely chopped romaine lettuce (47 g)
19 - ½ cup finely diced cucumber (52 g)
20 - ½ cup halved cherry tomatoes (75 g)
21 - ¼ cup thinly sliced radishes (30 g)
22 - ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional, 30 g)

→ For Serving

23 - 1 bag sturdy tortilla chips (gluten-free if needed)
24 - Extra chopped fresh herbs, for garnish
25 - Lemon wedges (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add shredded chicken, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until warmed through and aromatic. Remove from heat and keep warm.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, white wine vinegar, anchovy paste if using, and minced garlic until smooth and well combined.
03 - Fold in chopped chives, parsley, basil, tarragon, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
04 - Gently fold chopped romaine lettuce, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, radishes, and crumbled cheese if using, until evenly distributed within the mixture.
05 - Spread the prepared Green Goddess salad dip evenly onto a large serving platter or shallow bowl. Top uniformly with the warm shredded chicken. Garnish with extra chopped herbs. Serve immediately alongside tortilla chips and optional lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under thirty minutes using rotisserie chicken and pantry staples.
  • The herb loaded dressing tastes vibrant and fresh without any complicated technique.
  • You can make it ahead and just warm the chicken before serving.
  • It works as a light lunch, a snack platter, or a crowd pleasing appetizer that actually feels interesting.
02 -
  • Warm the chicken just before serving so the temperature contrast with the cold dip stays sharp and interesting.
  • Chop the vegetables finely so they blend into the dip instead of falling off the chips.
  • Taste the dressing before adding the vegetables, it should be punchy because the chicken and chips will mellow it.
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken that is still slightly warm from the store, it saves you a step and adds better flavor.
  • Taste the dip after adding the herbs, if it feels flat, add another squeeze of lemon or a pinch of salt.
  • Do not skip the anchovy paste if you have it, even a small amount makes the dip taste more complex and layered.
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