Jalapeno Popper Chicken Dip with Bacon and Pretzel Nuggets

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This Jalapeno Popper Chicken Dip with Pretzel Nuggets is the ultimate appetizer and game day dip!

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Savory, indulgent, delicious, and lightened up, it’s really everything you’ve ever wanted and more. And you don’t have to feel guilty about enjoying it!

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To make, in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring frequently, until browned and crisp. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 375°F.

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In a large bowl, add the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and ranch seasoning mix. Then, stir together until smooth.

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Add 3/4 cup of shredded cheese (84g), jalapeños, green onions, and all but one piece of the crumbled bacon to the bowl and stir until combined.

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Then, stir in the shredded chicken and mix again until everything is mixed well.

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Cut pizza dough into 16 pieces. Roll each dough piece into a ball. Place dough balls around the sides of the skillet you used to cook the bacon, leaving the center empty.

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In a small bowl, whisk together egg yolk, baking soda, and water. Using a baster brush, brush the mixture onto the dough balls. Sprinkle them with coarse salt.

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Spoon jalapeno popper mixture into the center of the skillet and sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup shredded cheese.

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Bake until bread is golden brown and cheese mixture is hot and bubbly, about 20 to 25 minutes.

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Crumble remaining piece cooked bacon on top of the dip. Garnish with green onion if desired and enjoy!

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