Fried chicken dip

Fried chicken dip is a rich, creamy appetizer that combines shredded or chopped fried chicken with a base of cream cheese, sour cream, and melted cheese, often flavored with buffalo sauce or ranch seasoning. It's a popular party food in the United States, designed to capture the flavors of classic chicken wings or fried chicken in a shareable, dippable form.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dip is high in fat and protein, with a significant calorie density coming from its cheese and chicken base. A typical serving provides a good amount of calcium and sodium, with a rough calorie ballpark of 300-400 kcal per 1/2 cup serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	3 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	680 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Vitamin A	150 mcg RAE
Selenium	18 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg
Zinc	2.5 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Cholesterol	85 mg

Per 1/2 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a prime example of American 'game day' or potluck cuisine, transforming a handheld food into a communal dip. Nutritionally, it's interesting because it repurposes a fried protein into a cold or warm spread, often increasing the saturated fat content while maintaining a high protein profile.