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Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

4.5 from 101 reviews

This Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for game day or casual gatherings. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese, it’s baked to bubbly perfection and topped with green onions for a fresh finish. Serve it warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables for an irresistible party dip.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (leftover whole roasted chicken works great)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s Red Hot sauce
  • 1/2 cup Hidden Valley ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
  2. Prepare Chicken: If your cooked chicken isn’t shredded yet, shred it now using forks or your hands to get bite-sized pieces.
  3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, shredded chicken, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the mixed dip evenly into a 9×9-inch baking dish to ensure even cooking.
  5. Add Topping: Sprinkle additional shredded cheddar cheese on top of the dip for a melty, cheesy topping.
  6. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden.
  7. Cool and Garnish: Let the dip cool for a few minutes after baking to thicken slightly, then garnish with chopped green onions for a fresh, flavorful finish.
  8. Serve: Serve the buffalo chicken dip warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use leftover roasted chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience and flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to control the spice level.
  • For a creamier dip, allow the cream cheese to soften completely before mixing.
  • Optional: Add extra shredded cheddar or even blue cheese crumbles for variation.
  • This dip can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if chilled.

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