Buffalo Chicken Dip
This oven-baked Buffalo chicken dip is the ultimate cheesy, spicy party appetizer. Creamy, tangy, and loaded with tender chicken and melty cheese, it’s always a crowd-pleaser and perfect for game day or any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (about 280g)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened (2 blocks)
- 3/4 cup Buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- Nonstick spray or oil (for greasing baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or oil.
- In a mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in cooked shredded chicken, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar, and 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella. If using blue cheese, add most of it now, saving some for garnish. Do not overmix.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar and 1/2 cup mozzarella evenly over the top.
- Bake on the center rack for 25-30 minutes, until bubbling and the cheese on top is golden. For a deeper browned top, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
- Let the dip cool for 5 minutes. Top with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of blue cheese (if using).
- Serve hot with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or toasted baguette slices.
Notes
For best results, use softened cream cheese and freshly shredded cheese for optimal melting. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of Buffalo sauce or adding jalapeños. The dip can be assembled ahead and baked just before serving. For parties, keep warm in a slow cooker after baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/8 of the recipe (approximately 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 13
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 17
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