Buffalo Chicken Dip: A Spicy & Creamy Game-Day Favorite
Buffalo Chicken Dip is a spicy and creamy game-day favorite that’s perfect for parties and casual gatherings. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, this dip delivers a tangy and cheesy kick. Easy to prepare and baked to bubbly perfection, it’s best served warm with chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works best)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to your spice level)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional Garnishes
- Chopped green onions
- Crumbled blue cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the dip evenly and to the perfect bubbly consistency.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Mix well until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish lightly to prevent sticking. Spread the combined chicken mixture evenly into the dish, smoothing the top to prepare for baking.
- Add Cheese and Bake: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the dip. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot throughout and the cheese topping is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Carefully remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions or crumbled blue cheese if desired for added flavor and presentation.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the warm Buffalo Chicken Dip with tortilla chips, crackers, celery sticks, or carrot sticks for dipping, making it an ideal appetizer or snack for game day or gatherings.
Notes
- For a milder dip, reduce the amount of buffalo sauce or use a mild version.
- Rotisserie chicken is recommended for convenience and flavor but any cooked shredded chicken works.
- You can substitute ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing for a different flavor profile.
- To make this dip ahead of time, prepare it up to step 3, cover, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
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