Description
Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and spicy appetizer perfect for game days and parties. Made with shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melted cheese, it’s an easy and crowd-pleasing dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Green onions or chives (optional, for garnish)
- Crumbled blue cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese.
- Mix in the buffalo sauce, ranch (or blue cheese) dressing, garlic powder, and shredded chicken until well combined.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the dip is bubbly and golden on top.
- Garnish with green onions or crumbled blue cheese if desired.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crackers.
Notes
- Spicy Version: Add diced jalapeños or extra hot sauce for a fiery kick.
- Mild Version: Reduce the buffalo sauce and add more ranch or cream cheese.
- Slow Cooker Option: Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on low for 2-3 hours.
- Dairy-Free: Use dairy-free cream cheese, ranch, and cheese alternatives.
- Keto-Friendly: Serve with pork rinds or cucumber slices instead of chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: appetizer, dip
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Buffalo chicken dip, cheesy dip, game day appetizer, spicy dip, party dip