A creamy, cheesy, and spicy buffalo chicken dip perfect for game day or any gathering. This recipe is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Author:Caroline Hayes
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:25 min
Total Time:35 min
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
1/4 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) or prepare your slow cooker on low.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch or blue cheese dressing. Mix until well combined.
Stir in the crumbled blue cheese and shredded cheddar cheese, reserving a little cheddar for topping if desired.
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish or your slow cooker insert.
If baking, spread the mixture evenly and top with the reserved cheddar cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
If using a slow cooker, cook on low for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until heated through and creamy. Top with reserved cheddar cheese during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
Garnish with fresh chives or green onions before serving.
Notes
For a milder dip, use less buffalo wing sauce or a milder variety.
You can make this dip ahead of time. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
This dip freezes well. Cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat as directed.
Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, celery sticks, or carrot sticks.