5 Ingredient Easy Creamy Shrimp Dip Recipe

"This is a oldie, but goodie; and, super easy. I have been making this for years. Always good; and, never any left. Perfect to serve with crackers, bread sticks; or your favorite 'veggies.' Try stuffing cucumber rounds or celery; even small plum tomatoes. Make a few hours ahead of time, so it can really develop all those flavors. Cook time includes time for it to chill before serving."

Original recipe yields 16 servings

Metric US

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Ingredients

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2 cups cooked shrimp, chopped (you can always add a bit more if you want)
6 ounces cream cheese (3/4 of an 8 ounce package, at room temperature)
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

1 package (5/8 ounce) Good Seasons Italian Dressing Mix (more or less to taste)
Pepper to taste
Garnish
Fresh chives, chopped

Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (114.9 g)
Calories 165.6
Total Fat - 13.5 g
Saturated Fat - 7.9 g
Cholesterol - 38.5 mg
Sodium - 104.1 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 6.7 g
Dietary Fiber - 1.4 g
Sugars - 1.7 g
Protein - 5.7 g
Calcium - 98.5 mg
Iron - 0.4 mg
Vitamin C - 19.9 mg
Thiamin - 0 mg

Step 1

Shrimp ... Now, I like to cook my own shrimp with the shell on, with a little Old Bay seasoning. Then, peel and chop. But, I also go with what is the best price at the time. One Note: If frozen; make sure to remove from the bag, and place in a colander, cover with plastic wrap and place on top of a larger bowl. This way, the shrimp don't sit in water as they thaw. Make sure to always thaw in the refrigerator.

Step 2

Which ever method you use; fine chop your shrimp. I usually use around 2 cups of shrimp; but, use less for a creamier dip - or, more for a chunkier dip. Note: You can always chop the shrimp in your food processor too. Just make sure to only pulse a couple of times; you don't want to puree it.

Step 3

Dip ... Add the cream cheese, sour cream, half of the lemon juice, zest, and 1/2 of the good seasons mix; then, mix to combine. Then, add the shrimp; and carefully fold them in the mix. After you add the shrimp, you can add more of the lemon juice; and, more of the dressing mix if you want. Always season with pepper. It is all a personal taste - which is why I like to start slow ... you can always add more.

Step 4

Serve and ENJOY! ... Once you get the flavor you like; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve - at least 1 hour up to 4 hours before serving. Serve with your favorite crackers, bread sticks, baguettes, vegetables, etc. A great party dip; or family 'snack.'