1-Gathering and Prepping Your Ingredients: Before you start, make sure all your ingredients are ready to go this is key for smooth sailing. Shred your rotisserie chicken if it isn’t already, mince those garlic cloves fresh for the best flavor, and measure everything out. This step sets the stage for that ultra-creamy texture you’ll love!

2-Cooking the Base: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F don’t skip this because it ensures everything bakes up golden and bubbly! In a skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour to create a roux; this thickens the dip and makes it SO irresistible. Once that’s smooth, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 cup of milk, whisking constantly until it all blends into a silky sauce keep stirring to avoid lumps, and you’ll see why this step is MAGIC! Reduce the heat a bit and stir in 8 ounces of cream cheese until it’s fully melted and creamy; this is where the dip gets its signature gooeyness. Now, mix in 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 1/2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Stir everything together until it’s well combined this should take about 2-3 minutes, and OH MY, the aroma will have you drooling!

3-Baking to Perfection: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, then top it with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for that cheesy crust everyone adores. Pop it in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until it’s golden and bubbly keep an eye on it around the 20-minute mark to prevent over-browning. Once it’s out, let it cool for a minute or two before serving with bread, broccoli, or veggies it’s THAT good and ready to devour!