Buffalo Chicken Dip
This Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy, and ultra-satisfying party favorite. Made with shredded chicken, hot sauce, cream cheese, ranch dressing, and melty cheeses, it’s baked until bubbly and golden. Serve it with chips, crackers, or celery sticks for the ultimate game-day or potluck appetizer.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- 8-inch baking dish or any small oven-safe dish
- Oven
- measuring cups
- Optional: hand mixer (for creamier texture)
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works great
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- ½ cup hot sauce like Frank’s RedHot
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, hot sauce, and ranch dressing. Stir until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish (8-inch or similar).
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly around the edges.
- Optional: Broil for an additional 2–3 minutes for a golden top.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with green onions or parsley if desired.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, sliced baguette, or veggie sticks.
Notes
Use canned chicken in a pinch, but freshly cooked or rotisserie chicken gives the best texture.
Want it spicier? Add extra hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne.
Make it in a slow cooker: Combine all ingredients and heat on low for 2–3 hours.