Trader Joe's Chicken Uncured Bacon Ranch Dip is the kind of product that immediately calls for chips, movie night, or a casual get-together. With chicken, bacon, cheese, and ranch flavors all packed into one creamy dip, it sounds amazing-and it definitely is.
What's in the tub
The dip is built on a creamy foundation of sour cream, cream cheese, buttermilk, and mayo. Shredded chicken and uncured bacon add the "meaty" element, while sharp cheddar and ranch seasoning bring tang and flavor. The ingredient list is fairly straightforward-mostly pantry staples, just in dip form.
Taste and texture
Texture-wise, this is thick and substantial, with actual shreds of chicken that make it feel heartier than your average cheese dip. The bacon pieces are there, but they lean more subtle than smoky.
The flavor is creamy, tangy, and ranch-forward with salty hits of cheese. Personally, I found it more satisfying warm than cold-the cheese softens, the flavors blend better, and the bacon comes through more clearly.
How I like to use it
I first tried it with tortilla chips, and it worked exactly how you'd hope: creamy, cheesy, ranchy goodness. Then I got more creative. A spoonful on top of baked potatoes? Delicious. Spread thin inside a quesadilla with extra cheese? Or simply on a celery stick to make it look a little healthy. I even dipped actual bacon in it too.
Even better. I also enjoyed it as part of a snack board, right next to Trader Joe's Double Cream Brie, because the contrast between rich brie and tangy dip was a fun surprise.
Portion size and value
A serving is listed as 2 tablespoons, about 90 calories, with 3 grams of protein. In reality, most people will probably scoop more than that-it's thick and clings to whatever you dip in it.
The tub isn't huge, but for the price, it works as a party dip or a treat spread across a few meals. Value-wise, I'd call it fair, especially when compared to similar dips outside TJ's that cost more and don't include meat.
Similar products at Trader Joe's
If you're into creamy, shareable dips, a few other Trader Joe's items worth trying include:
- White Queso Dip - smoother and more classic cheese-based, without the chicken or bacon.
- Spanish Style Rice - not a dip, but it works well as a base if you want to use this ranch dip as part of a bowl.
- Tater Tots - not traditional, but dipping hot tots into this creamy mixture is ridiculously good.
- Trader Joe's Unexpected Cheddar Cheese Spread
- Trader Joe's Thai Peanut Satay Sauce
Would I buy again?
Yes, but selectively. It's not something I'd keep stocked all the time-it's a little too heavy for that-but for a party spread or a lazy Saturday night snack, it's a winner.
Final thoughts
Trader Joe's Chicken Uncured Bacon Ranch Dip is rich, filling, and great to use beyond just chips. It could use a bit more bacon punch, but it's still a solid, comforting choice if you're looking for a hearty dip with plenty of flavor. I'd give it 4 out of 5 stars.
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