Dinner

Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

ByRita Bennet February 22, 2026February 22, 2026

Introduction

Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy appetizer perfect for game days or casual gatherings. Loaded with shredded chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, and melted cheese, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and irresistible to dip into.

The image shows a close-up of a white rectangular dish filled with a creamy, orange-colored cheese dip that has a slightly melted, gooey texture on top. A woman's hand is dipping a round, light brown chip into the thick dip, pulling some of the melted cheese with it, creating thin stretchy cheese strands. In the background, there are two white bowls filled with light brown chips and bright orange carrot sticks, placed on a white marbled surface. The overall look is warm and inviting, highlighting the melted cheese and the crunchy chip. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound chicken breasts (cooked and shredded)
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)

1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s Red Hots recommended)

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
2 tablespoons blue cheese dressing (or ranch, for garnish)

Fritos scoops, baguette slices, carrot sticks, and celery sticks for dipping

Instructions

Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, buffalo sauce, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well with a large spatula until fully blended.
Step 2: Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of a 1.5-quart baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 3: Bake uncovered in a 350°F oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 4: Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with blue cheese or ranch dressing. Serve warm with Fritos scoops, baguette slices, and fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the mixture before baking.

Use rotisserie chicken to save time on cooking and shredding.
Swap cheddar for pepper jack cheese for a spicy twist.
Make it ahead by assembling the dip and refrigerating it overnight, then bake just before serving.

Storage

Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through, or microwave in short intervals, stirring occasionally to ensure even heating.

How to Serve

A square white baking dish filled with a thick, creamy dip covered by a smooth, bright orange melted cheese layer, sits on a dark wooden board. Around it, there are white bowls of crunchy yellow tortilla chips on the bottom left and some scattered on the white marbled surface top right, along with a bowl of fresh green celery sticks above and a bowl of small orange baby carrots on the left. A light green and white striped cloth is placed at the bottom right corner of the image. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use canned chicken for this recipe?

Yes, canned chicken can be used in a pinch, but fresh or rotisserie chicken usually provides better texture and flavor.

Is this dip freezer-friendly?

This dip can be frozen before baking. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking as directed. Texture may be slightly different after freezing but still delicious.