Appetizers & Party
Buffalo Chicken Dip
This is the classic party dip that disappears the fastest — cream cheese, ranch, buffalo sauce and shredded chicken baked together until hot and bubbly. Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers or celery sticks for scooping.
Why you'll love this recipe
- Guaranteed crowd-pleaser at any gathering
- Hot, cheesy and perfectly spicy
- Ready in about 30 minutes
- Easily made ahead and baked fresh
Ingredients
Full ingredient list below — check off items as you shop or cook.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Mix the softened cream cheese, ranch dressing and buffalo sauce together until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded chicken, half the cheddar cheese, and blue cheese if using.
- Spread into the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, until hot and bubbly around the edges.
- Garnish with green onions and serve warm with chips, crackers or celery sticks.
Tips for success
- Softening the cream cheese fully beforehand makes it much easier to mix in smoothly.
- Rotisserie chicken is the easiest shortcut for the shredded chicken.
- This dip can be assembled ahead, refrigerated unbaked, and popped in the oven right before guests arrive.
- Keep it warm in a slow cooker on the low or warm setting if serving over an extended period.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make buffalo chicken dip in a slow cooker?
Yes, combine all ingredients except the garnish and heat on low for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally, then keep warm on the low setting for serving.
Can I make this dip ahead of time?
Yes, assemble it unbaked and refrigerate up to a day ahead, then bake fresh when ready to serve.
What can I dip in buffalo chicken dip?
Tortilla chips, crackers, celery sticks, carrot sticks and toasted baguette slices all work well.
How spicy is buffalo chicken dip?
It depends on the buffalo sauce used; choose a milder brand or reduce the amount for a less spicy version.
Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories | 298 |
| Protein | 20g |
| Carbs | 4g |
| Fat | 22g |
| Sodium | 720mg |
| Sugar | 1g |
Nutrition values are estimates and will vary based on exact ingredients and brands used.
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