Description
This creamy ground turkey dip blends flavorful taco-seasoned turkey with smooth cream cheese, cheddar, sour cream, and a hint of garlic for a rich, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game day or parties.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Dairy
- 10 oz cream cheese (Philadelphia brand recommended for smooth texture)
- 9 oz sour cream (room temperature, about 70°F for better mixing)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
Seasonings
- 2.5 tbsp taco seasoning (plus an additional 2.5 tbsp for the turkey, McCormick brand recommended)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 lb ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup black olives
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: Soften the cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing. In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, 2.5 tablespoons taco seasoning, garlic powder, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well until evenly incorporated and creamy.
- Cook the Ground Turkey: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook thoroughly, breaking it apart as it browns. Once the turkey is nearly cooked, sprinkle in 2.5 tablespoons of taco seasoning and stir to evenly coat. Continue cooking until the seasoning is fragrant and turkey is fully cooked through.
- Combine Turkey and Cheese Mixtures: Add the cooked, seasoned ground turkey to the cheese mixture. Fold gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly, ensuring the dip is rich and well mixed.
- Add Vegetables: Gently fold in the diced tomatoes and black olives to the dip mixture to add freshness and contrast in texture.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly before serving.
- Serve: Serve chilled or at room temperature with your choice of crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and cheddar cheese to ensure a creamy texture.
- Letting cream cheese and sour cream come to room temperature helps the ingredients combine smoothly.
- Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded varieties.
- Adjust the amount of taco seasoning according to your spice preference.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- This dip can also be gently warmed before serving if a warm dip is preferred.
