Description
This spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip is a crowd-pleaser that disappears at every party. Combining shredded chicken with creamy cheese, zesty buffalo sauce, and tangy ranch dressing, it’s baked until bubbly and perfectly melted. Serve this savory dip with chips, celery sticks, or crackers for an irresistible appetizer.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken preferred, shredded while warm)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (preferably a high-quality refrigerated brand)
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
Optional Garnishes
- Blue cheese crumbles
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prep the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish or a 9-inch pie plate to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is creamy, smooth, and uniformly orange.
- Layer in Dish: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top, then add blue cheese crumbles if using.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Look for bubbling edges and melted cheese on top.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove from oven and let the dip sit for 5 minutes to thicken. Sprinkle sliced green onions over the top as a garnish before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy the dip warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crackers for dipping.
Notes
- To make shredding easier, use warm rotisserie chicken.
- Softening the cream cheese beforehand prevents clumps and ensures smooth mixing.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to control the dip’s spiciness.
- Blue cheese crumbles add authentic flavor but are optional.
- For a smoother texture, you can blend the mixture briefly before baking, though texture differs.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven or microwave.
