Step by step

Method

8 steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350° F.

2. 2

   Take out the cream cheese and sour cream to allow them to come down to room temperature. Measure out remaining ingredients while the bacon cooks.

3. 3

   Fry the bacon over low heat until crispy on each side. Set it aside on a paper towel lined plate and roughly chop once cooled. Leave 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings in the skillet.

4. 4

   Add the diced jalapenos and garlic to the same skillet and soften over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.

5. 5

   Combine the cheddar and pepper jack cheese and reserve 1 cup for the top of the dip. Add the rest to a large bowl along with the cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, 2 tablespoons of chives, onion powder, jalapenos, garlic, and half of the bacon. Mix until well-combined.

6. 6

   Combine the panko breadcrumb topping ingredients and add 2 tablespoons of it to the dip. Stir to combine.

7. 7

   Transfer to a lightly greased 8 or 9-inch baking dish. Top with remaining cheese, bacon, and panko mixture.

8. 8

   Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining chives and serve with tortilla chips!