This Buffalo Chicken Dip is the ultimate party dip—creamy, cheesy, and full of bold buffalo flavor. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, and buffalo sauce, it’s topped with melty cheese and baked until hot and bubbly.
Perfect for game days, holidays, or casual gatherings, this dip is always the first appetizer to disappear. Serve it with chips, crackers, bread, or veggies for dipping and watch it become everyone’s favorite snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
- Crackers, tortilla chips, or celery sticks (for serving)
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
Step 2: Mix the Base
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing until smooth. Stir in shredded chicken.
Step 3: Layer the Dip
- Spread mixture evenly into the baking dish. Top with mozzarella, cheddar, and optional blue cheese.
Step 4: Bake
- Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions. Serve warm with chips, crackers, or veggies.
Variation
- Slow Cooker Version: Cook on LOW for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Pizza Style: Add mini pepperoni on top before baking.
- Extra Cheesy: Mix more cheese into the chicken filling.
- Spicy Boost: Use hot buffalo sauce or add diced jalapeños.
Cooking Notes
- Rotisserie chicken makes prep faster.
- Adjust buffalo sauce based on spice preference.
- Serve immediately for the best cheesy pull.
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with tortilla chips, breadsticks, or pita chips.
- Serve with celery and carrot sticks for a buffalo wing vibe.
- Add to sliders or wraps for a fun twist.
Tips
- Use freshly shredded cheese for smoother melting.
- Keep warm in a slow cooker at parties.
- Double recipe for larger gatherings—it goes fast!
Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: ~35 minutes
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx. 8 servings)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 18g
- Carbs: 4g
- Fat: 25g
- Sodium: 780mg
FAQs
Q1: Can I make Buffalo Chicken Dip ahead of time?
- Yes, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours ahead. Bake before serving.
Q2: Can I make it less spicy?
- Use mild buffalo sauce or mix buffalo sauce with extra ranch.
Q3: Can I freeze Buffalo Chicken Dip?
- It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can freeze for up to 2 months and reheat in the oven.
Q4: Can I use canned chicken?
- Yes, canned chicken works, but shredded rotisserie chicken has the best flavor.
Q5: What’s the best cheese for this dip?
- Mozzarella for melt, cheddar for sharpness, and optional blue cheese for tangy kick.
Conclusion
This Buffalo Chicken Dip is creamy, cheesy, and full of spicy flavor—everything you love about buffalo wings, in an easy-to-share dip. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or family nights, it’s quick to make and guaranteed to be the star of your appetizer spread.