Spread the mixture into an 8×8-inch baking dish or a similar oven-safe dish Recipe
A creamy, spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip perfect for parties and game days. This easy-to-make dip combines tender cooked chicken with tangy Buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and melted cheeses for a flavorful crowd-pleaser served warm with chips, crackers, or toasted bread.
- Author: lucas
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans (12.5 oz each) cooked chicken, drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
For Serving
- Chips, crackers, or toasted bread
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the dip evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir the mixture thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly blended into a creamy consistency.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the prepared mixture evenly into an 8×8-inch baking dish or a similar oven-safe dish, ensuring a smooth surface for even cooking.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the chicken mixture to create a delicious cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted bread for dipping and enjoy this spicy, cheesy appetizer.
Notes
- Use cooked rotisserie chicken as a convenient alternative to canned chicken.
- Adjust the amount of Buffalo sauce to tame or intensify the heat based on preference.
- For a thicker dip, chill the mixture before baking.
- Blue cheese dressing can replace ranch for a stronger flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Buffalo chicken dip, spicy chicken dip, party appetizer, game day recipe, creamy dip, buffalo sauce dip