Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Description:
Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy, cheesy appetizer made with shredded chicken, hot sauce, cream cheese, ranch or blue cheese dressing, and melted cheese. Baked until bubbling and golden, it’s the ultimate comfort dip served hot with chips, veggies, or toasted bread.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (about 10–12 oz) cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)

• 8 oz (1 block) cream cheese, softened

• ½ cup (120g) buffalo wing sauce (like Frank’s Red Hot)

• ½ cup (120g) ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing

• 1 cup (115g) shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)

• Optional: ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese

• Optional garnish: sliced green onions or parsley

Equipment:

• Mixing bowl

• Spatula or spoon

• 8×8-inch (or similar size) baking dish or oven-safe skillet

• Oven mitts

• Knife & cutting board (if prepping your own chicken)

Time:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 20–25 minutes

• Total Time: 30–35 minutes

Serving Size:

• Serves 6–8 as an appetizer

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

• Preheat to 375°F (190°C).

2. Mix Ingredients:

• In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing until smooth.

• Stir in shredded chicken, 1 cup cheddar cheese, and optional blue cheese.

3. Transfer to Baking Dish:

• Spread mixture evenly into a greased 8×8-inch baking dish or oven-safe skillet.

• Sprinkle extra cheddar cheese on top for a golden, cheesy crust.

4. Bake:

• Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the dip is hot and bubbly. Broil the last 1–2 minutes if you want the top more browned.

5. Garnish & Serve:

• Garnish with sliced green onions or parsley if desired.

• Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy, cheesy appetizer made with shredded chicken, hot sauce, cream cheese, ranch or blue cheese dressing, and melted cheese. Baked until bubbling and golden, it’s the ultimate comfort dip served hot with chips, veggies, or toasted bread.

Print Recipe

Prep Time:10 minutes mins

Cook Time:25 minutes mins

Total Time:35 minutes mins

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Spatula or spoon
• 8x8-inch (or similar size) baking dish or oven-safe skillet
• Oven mitts
• Knife & cutting board (if prepping your own chicken)

Ingredients

• 2 cups about 10–12 oz cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
• 8 oz 1 block cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup 120g buffalo wing sauce (like Frank’s Red Hot)
• ½ cup 120g ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
• 1 cup 115g shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
• Optional: ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
• Optional garnish: sliced green onions or parsley

Instructions

• Preheat Oven:
• Preheat to 375°F (190°C).
• Mix Ingredients:
• In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing until smooth.
• Stir in shredded chicken, 1 cup cheddar cheese, and optional blue cheese.
• Transfer to Baking Dish:
• Spread mixture evenly into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
• Sprinkle extra cheddar cheese on top for a golden, cheesy crust.
• Bake:
• Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the dip is hot and bubbly. Broil the last 1–2 minutes if you want the top more browned.
• Garnish & Serve:
• Garnish with sliced green onions or parsley if desired.
• Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.

Servings: 8 as an appetizer

10 FAQs About Buffalo Chicken Dip

1. Can I use canned chicken instead of shredded chicken?

Yes, canned chicken works in a pinch. Drain it well and shred it before mixing in. However, rotisserie or home-cooked chicken gives better flavor and texture.

2. Is ranch or blue cheese dressing better?

It’s personal preference. Ranch gives a milder, creamier flavor, while blue cheese adds tang and a stronger bite. Some people even use a mix of both.

3. Can I make it in a slow cooker?

Absolutely. Mix all ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on low for 2–3 hours or until hot and bubbly. Stir occasionally and top with extra cheese near the end if desired.

4. Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! Mix everything and refrigerate the unbaked dip up to 2 days in advance. Bake it just before serving.

5. Can I use cream cheese straight from the fridge?

It’s best to soften cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing. If in a rush, microwave it in short 10-second bursts until soft (but not melted).

6. Is it spicy?

Buffalo chicken dip has a mild to medium heat depending on the buffalo sauce used. For less spice, use a mild sauce or reduce the amount. For more heat, add hot sauce or cayenne pepper.

7. Can I make it lighter or healthier?

Yes. Use light cream cheese, reduced-fat dressing, and less cheese. Greek yogurt can also replace part of the cream cheese or dressing for a healthier twist.

8. Can I add other ingredients like bacon or jalapeños?

Definitely! Crumbled cooked bacon, diced jalapeños, or chopped green onions can be mixed in for extra flavor and texture.

9. What’s the best way to serve it?

Serve it hot with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrots, crackers, pita chips, or toasted baguette slices. It also works great in wraps or sandwiches.

10. Can I double the recipe?

Yes! Double all ingredients and bake in a 9×13-inch dish. Increase bake time by 5–10 minutes or until the dip is fully heated through and bubbly.

How To Store Buffalo Chicken Dip

Refrigerator (Up to 4 Days):

• Let dip cool to room temperature.

• Store in an airtight container or tightly covered dish.

• Reheat individual portions in the microwave or reheat the full batch in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 minutes until hot.

Freezer (Up to 2 Months Texture May Change Slightly):

• Freeze in a tightly sealed, freezer-safe container.

• Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

• Stir well before reheating to help smooth out any separation from the cream cheese.