Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
A creamy, spicy, and cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip that’s perfect for parties and gatherings. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, this dip is baked until bubbly and golden. Serve it warm with chips, crackers, or veggies for an irresistible appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (can use rotisserie chicken)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional Garnishes
- Chopped green onions
- Blue cheese dressing for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the dip.
- Prepare the Chicken: If not using pre-cooked chicken, cook about 3 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts by boiling or baking until fully cooked. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and shredded chicken. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended and smooth.
- Add Cheese: Fold in half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses into the mixture ensuring even distribution of the cheese throughout the dip.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish or an equivalent sized casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes. Bake until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden around the edges.
- Broil (Optional): For an extra golden and crispy top, broil the dip for 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with chopped green onions or a drizzle of blue cheese dressing if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- You can prepare this dip a day in advance and refrigerate it. Bake just before serving.
- Adjust the buffalo sauce amount depending on your preferred spice level.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.
- Serve with celery sticks, carrots, or pita chips for variety.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of the recipe (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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