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A creamy and spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip served warm in a dish, topped with melted cheese and green onions.

Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Dip

This legendary dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining creamy, spicy, tangy, and cheesy flavors into a warm, gooey experience. It's simple to make with a perfect balance of ingredients and is guaranteed to disappear fast at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded rotisserie, grilled, or baked
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce e.g., Frank's RedHot
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese optional
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Tortilla chips, celery sticks, and carrot sticks for serving

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula or hand mixer
  • Shallow baking dish (e.g., 9-inch pie plate, 8x8 dish, or small cast-iron skillet)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Soften cream cheese and shred chicken and cheddar cheese if not pre-shredded.
  2. In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and sour cream. Beat until smooth and lump-free.
  3. Stir in Buffalo sauce, 3/4 cup of cheddar cheese, blue cheese (if using), garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly mixed.
  4. Gently fold in the shredded chicken until fully coated.
  5. Transfer mixture to a shallow baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until edges are bubbling and top is golden in spots. For a crispier top, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching closely.
  7. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions.
  8. Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, and carrot sticks.

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is fully softened. Rotisserie chicken is recommended for flavor and ease. Dip can be assembled ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours; add 5-10 minutes to baking time if starting cold. For a slow cooker method, mix all ingredients (reserving half the cheddar), cook on LOW for 2-3 hours, then top with reserved cheese. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat with a splash of milk or ranch to restore creaminess. Adjust heat by adding more Buffalo sauce or ranch to taste before baking.