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BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP RECIPE

Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Easy CrowdPleaser for Parties


  • Author: lilie
  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 6-8 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe that is quick to assemble for parties delivering bold flavor with every scoop Perfect for game nights and potlucks


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (optional garnish)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Celery sticks, 4 stalks
  • Carrot sticks, 2 medium
  • Tortilla chips, 1 bag
  • Pita chips, 1 bag

  • Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish (8×8 or 9×9) so the dip bakes evenly and doesn’t stick.
  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Stir in buffalo sauce and ranch (or blue cheese) dressing until glossy and well combined. If you’re short on time, you can do this in the microwave in 2–3 minute bursts, stirring halfway.
  • Fold in the shredded chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, blue cheese crumbles (if using), garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until everything is evenly coated and fragrant.
  • Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Scatter the remaining cheddar on top and add extra blue cheese or pepper jack if you like extra melty, spicy notes.
  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges. For a beautifully bronzed top, pop under the broiler for 1–2 minutes at the end.
  • Let the dip rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with sliced green onions. The creamy surface should look glossy and inviting.
  • Serve warm with celery sticks, carrots, tortilla chips, or sliced baguette. Dip while it’s melty and forgiving—that’s when the flavor truly shines.
  • Notes

    Creamy buffalo chicken dip that’s perfect for game night—easy to adapt with rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing, and cheddar. A crowd-pleasing, cozy dip that bakes up bubbly and gooey.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 27 minutes
    • Category: Dip
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: Makes 6-8 servings
    • Calories: 350 calories
    • Sugar: 5 g
    • Fat: 28 g
    • Carbohydrates: 9 g
    • Fiber: 0 g
    • Protein: 20 g

    Keywords: buffalo chicken dip, game night, appetizers, dips, party snacks, easy dip, creamy dip, crowd-pleaser