Buffalo Chicken Cheese Ball Recipe
This Buffalo Chicken Cheese Ball is a zesty and creamy appetizer perfect for game days or casual gatherings. It combines tangy wing sauce, savory ranch seasoning, shredded chicken, and sharp cheddar cheese into a smooth, flavorful cheese ball that pairs perfectly with crunchy crackers and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cheese Ball Mixture
- 16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup Ranch seasoning powder
- 1/2 cup wing sauce (Buffalo-style)
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)
- 3/4 cup shredded cooked chicken
To Serve
- Assorted crackers
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Base: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the room temperature cream cheese, ranch seasoning powder, and wing sauce until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined, creating a creamy base for the cheese ball.
- Add Cheese and Chicken: Gently mix in the freshly shredded cheddar cheese and shredded chicken until evenly incorporated to distribute the flavors and textures throughout the mixture.
- Shape the Cheese Ball: Tear off a 12-inch piece of plastic wrap and place the cheese mixture in the center. Bring up the edges of the plastic wrap and carefully form the mixture into a smooth, compact ball shape, ensuring it holds together well.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the wrapped cheese ball for at least two hours to allow it to firm up and the flavors to meld. After chilling, unwrap and reshape the ball if necessary for perfect presentation.
- Serve: Place the cheese ball on a serving plate surrounded by assorted crackers, celery sticks, and carrot sticks for guests to enjoy as a flavorful appetizer or party snack.
Notes
- Use Buffalo wing sauce with your preferred heat level to adjust spiciness.
- Shredded chicken can be leftover roasted chicken or rotisserie chicken.
- For easier mixing, ensure cream cheese is softened to room temperature.
- Can be made a day ahead and stored tightly wrapped in the refrigerator.
- Consider rolling the finished cheese ball in chopped green onions, blue cheese crumbles, or extra shredded cheddar for extra texture and flavor.
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