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Ranch Chicken Cheeseball

Stacey – May 3, 2011 – 40 Comments

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Ranch Chicken Cheeseball

This is an easy recipe that is sure to impress your family or even your guests.  It is probably one of the most requested recipes that I have.  Of course, as always, I’m happy to share!  Y’all enjoy!

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Ranch Chicken Cheeseball

Course Appetizer, Snack
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese
  • 1 (10-ounce) can white meat chicken, drained
  • 1 (1-ounce) envelope ranch salad dressing mix (or 3 tablespoons from large bottle of ranch mix)
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Allow all ingredients to come to room temperature and combine the first 5 ingredients in a large bowl until thoroughly mixed. Chill for at least two hours.
  • Remove mixture from refrigerator and mold into ball shape. Coat outside with chopped pecans.
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  1. Laura

    October 26, 2022 at 6:27 pm

    I’ve been making this cheese ball recipe for a few years and ALWAYS get rave reviews!! It’s delish!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 31, 2022 at 9:01 am

      YES it is!! Thank you Laura!

      Reply
  2. Alissa

    June 8, 2021 at 12:41 pm

    What is a good alternative for Mayo?
    I really want to try this but I don’t think imma use the Mayo. I’ll let you know how it goes if I do just make it without the Mayo.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 8, 2021 at 2:32 pm

      You can make it without the mayo, it just helps to soften the cheeseball a bit. Just be sure the cream cheese is super soft and it should work fine.

      Reply
  3. Susanne

    March 24, 2017 at 3:05 pm

    This sounds amazing and I will be making it for Easter. I really like the suggestion of rolling in bacon bits as an alternative to nuts. Also, I am thinking of mixing in a 1/4 cup of craisins. Any thoughts? Thanks for this recipe it really does sound delicious.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      March 28, 2017 at 4:42 pm

      Sounds delish to me!!

      Reply
      • Marka Fuller

        December 4, 2017 at 9:08 pm

        I roll mine in crushed pretzels. It’s so good!

        Reply
        • Stacey

          December 5, 2017 at 9:05 am

          YUM!

          Reply
  4. Lisa

    December 24, 2016 at 9:47 am

    I added thawed, drained and squeeze dried in paper towels, chopped spinach. So tasty!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 24, 2016 at 11:46 am

      Yum! Great addition!

      Reply
  5. Sandy

    May 7, 2015 at 2:39 pm

    Do you have to use Mayo ?

    Reply
    • Stacey

      May 7, 2015 at 3:53 pm

      Well, the mayo is what thins out the cream cheese and makes it spreadable.

      Reply
  6. Kimberly

    November 21, 2014 at 2:45 pm

    I think with it being chicken I might mix dill and toasted pecans to roll it in. YUM! Thank you, Stacey!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      November 24, 2014 at 9:19 am

      Yes! I coated one the other day in pecans that were coated in chopped herbs and it was delicious!

      Reply
  7. Brittney Muller

    November 19, 2014 at 10:33 am

    I love making cheeseballs to give away as part of our Christmas gift basket o goodies, but I was hoping to find a chicken salad alternative. I think this will be just the ticket! Do you suppose the cheeseball would hold together if I add in some of the ingredients in my normal chicken salad, such as chopped nuts, grapes, and apple chunks? I think instead of ranch, I will use my regular chicken salad seasoning, too, to cut down on the MSG. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      November 19, 2014 at 10:39 am

      Sounds great! My only concern would be about the moisture from the apples and grapes. If you give it a try, please let me know how it turns out!

      Reply
  8. Abby

    October 3, 2014 at 11:28 am

    Just made. Delicious! I think my hubby will be very happy when he gets home :).

    Reply
    • Stacey

      October 5, 2014 at 1:48 am

      Awesome, Abby!!

      Reply
  9. Betty

    June 29, 2014 at 12:52 pm

    Been making this for years but without the cheddar cheese and mayo. Everyone always wants me to bring it to parties. It’s great both ways.

    Reply
  10. Chanice

    August 26, 2013 at 6:23 pm

    A lady at church made this for our Pastor’s birthday party Sunday, and it was delicious. I plan on trying it for this Labor Day weekend.

    Reply
  11. Mary Jo

    June 4, 2013 at 11:31 pm

    Thanks, Stacey! I plan on making this one day this week.This is just the recipe that I have been hunting for!.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 5, 2013 at 9:57 am

      Great! I hope you’ll enjoy it!!

      Reply
  12. Mary Jo

    June 4, 2013 at 3:49 pm

    Hi, Stacey! Do you drain the can of chicken? You have great recipes!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 4, 2013 at 4:16 pm

      Thanks, Mary Jo! Yes, you do drain the chicken.

      Reply
    • Christina

      October 10, 2018 at 4:07 pm

      I squeeze mine as well.

      Reply
  13. Renee

    June 4, 2013 at 2:12 pm

    Wonder if crushed and drained pineapplws would be good

    Reply
    • Stacey

      June 4, 2013 at 4:17 pm

      The salty and sweet might be a nice combo. May have to serve it as more of a dip though as the pineapple will add moisture that might keep a ball from holding its shape.

      Reply
  14. Karla

    February 4, 2013 at 4:08 pm

    Im going to roll mine in bacon bits!!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      February 4, 2013 at 4:29 pm

      Sounds delish! What a great idea!!

      Reply
  15. Barbara Allen

    August 31, 2012 at 2:10 pm

    Since there are just 2 of us can I split the ball and freeze half of it ? Thank you for posting your wonderful recipes 🙂

    Reply
    • Stacey

      August 31, 2012 at 2:54 pm

      Honestly, Barbara, I’m just not sure how well this will freeze. If it works though, please let me know so I can let everyone else know. Good luck!

      Reply
  16. Renee

    April 17, 2012 at 3:02 pm

    I like to roll my cheeseballs in chopped parsley…good fiber and helps with onion breath and has a nice fresh flavor that feels clean and good for you..helps with the guilt feeling of eating the cheese ball 😛

    Reply
  17. Marty

    August 5, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    We make a very similiar cheese ball but since my son refused to eat nuts, we rolled the chicken cheese ball in finely shredded sharp cheddar. DELICIOUS!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      August 7, 2011 at 9:44 pm

      Sounds like a great alternative! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
  18. Elizabeth

    May 6, 2011 at 11:46 pm

    I love cheese balls, but this one sounds really good. I’m going to the store and get everything I need to make it with for Mother’s Day when we ladies all like to sit around, talk, laugh and nibble on stuff in the afternoon. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply

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