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This Hot Creamy Buffalo Chip Dip is made with tender shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and topped with cheese, and baked until warm and bubbly. This is a perfect Super Bowl appetizer and this Chicken Hot Wing Dip is always a hit!
Oh how I love cheesy, spicy, flavorful appetizers that you just can’t stop eating. Buffalo chicken dip is a spicy, creamy, and tangy appetizer made with hot buffalo sauce, tender shredded chicken, and a blend of melty cheeses. This crowd-pleasing dip is perfect for game days or potlucks, and it pairs well with crisp veggies, tortilla chips, and bread slices. It’s an easy dip recipe that can be baked to gooey perfection.
If you want an easy appetizer made with only 5 ingredients, this is the recipe for you! It is creamy with a touch of spice and is total comfort food. Since the Super Bowl is coming up, this is the perfect simple appetizer and game-day food.
You will love the bold flavor and the tangy, spicy bite of buffalo sauce mixed with ranch dressing, creamy cream cheese, and shredded chicken. The melted cheese on the top puts it over the top. It is always such a huge crowd pleaser! People are always asking for the recipe because it is so good. The best part is that it is SO EASY to make.
Buffalo Chicken Dip Ingredients:
- Shredded Chicken — I suggest using rotisserie chicken or tender poached chicken. Just make sure to season the poached chicken!
- Cream Cheese — for the creamiest dip, use full-fat cream cheese in this recipe.
- Buffalo Wing Sauce — I suggest using any type of buffalo sauce, buffalo wing sauce, or Frank’s red hot sauce.
- Ranch Dressing — for the best flavor and creaminess, use full-fat ranch dressing.
- Cheese — use your favorite type of cheese or cheese blend like colby jack, cheddar, or bleu cheese.
What to serve with Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip?
You may be wondering what to use to dip into the creamy buffalo chicken dip. Here’s a list of options!
Our favorite dippers are crusty pieces of bread, tortilla chips, Siete grain-free chips, pita chips, crackers, pita bread triangles, or fresh vegetables such as sliced cucumber, carrot sticks, and celery sticks.
How to make Hot Wing Buffalo Chicken Dip:
- Shred rotisserie chicken or poached chicken and place in a bowl. Stir together softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing.
- Pour into a baking dish and sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake until warm and bubbly. Serve warm with an assortment of dippers.
How to Poach Chicken (if you don’t use rotisserie chicken):
If you don’t want to use rotisserie chicken, poaching chicken is a simple, healthy way to cook and shred chicken:
- Place 1–2 chicken breasts (or thighs) in a pot. Cover with water or chicken broth.
- Season with salt, pepper, garlic cloves, or onion slices for extra flavor.
- Bring to a Simmer: Heat over medium-high heat until the liquid reaches a gentle simmer (not a rapid boil).
- Reduce Heat and Cover: Let the chicken cook for about 10–15 minutes (depending on thickness) or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken, let it rest for a few minutes, then shred with two forks.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I Make It Ahead of Time? Absolutely. You can assemble the dip (without baking) and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Then bake right before serving.
- Can I Use Blue Cheese Instead of Ranch? Yes! Buffalo chicken dip often pairs well with the tang of blue cheese. Substitute directly or do a half-and-half mix of blue cheese and ranch.
- How Spicy Is This Dip? It depends on your buffalo sauce. If you’re heat-sensitive, use mild sauce. If you love spice, add extra hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne.
- How Do I Store Leftovers? Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Can I make Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip in a slow cooker crockpot?
Yes! This Buffalo Dip is best served warm and can be made in a slow cooker. Just throw all of the ingredients in and cook it on low for 2-3 hours until creamy and warm.
What Toppings should you put on top of Homemade Buffalo Chicken Dip?
You can sprinkle it with sliced green onions, bleu cheese, fresh cilantro, or extra cheese.
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Buffalo chicken dip is a rich and spicy dish that’s perfect for game day, parties, or anytime you need a tasty appetizer. Using rotisserie chicken makes this recipe quick and convenient, but don’t hesitate to poach your own chicken if you prefer. Keep extra buffalo sauce on hand if you want to crank up the heat. Once you try this irresistible dip, it’s bound to become a go-to favorite among your friends and family!
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Buffalo Chicken Dip
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded Chicken *
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing
- 1 cup Colby Jack Cheese
Garnish:
- Sliced Green Onions, Cilantro, Blue Cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Shred rotisserie chicken or poached chicken and place in a bowl. Stir together softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing.
- Pour into a 1-quart baking dish (8 x 6). Spread to the edges. Sprinkle with grated cheese. Bake for about 20 minutes or until warm and bubbly.
- Sprinkle with your favorite garnishes — green onions, cilantro, or blue cheese — or all 3 of them!
- Serve with your favorite dippers — crusty pieces of bread, tortilla chips, Siete grain-free chips, pita chips, crackers, pita bread triangles, or fresh vegetables such as sliced cucumber, carrot sticks, and celery sticks.
Notes
Buffalo Chicken Dip Ingredients:
- Shredded Chicken — I suggest using rotisserie chicken or tender poached chicken. Just make sure to season the poached chicken!
- Cream Cheese — for the creamiest dip, use full-fat cream cheese in this recipe.
- Buffalo Wing Sauce — I suggest using any type of buffalo sauce, buffalo wing sauce, or Frank’s red hot sauce.
- Ranch Dressing — for the best flavor and creaminess, use full-fat ranch dressing.
- Cheese — use your favorite type of cheese or cheese blend like colby jack, cheddar, or bleu cheese.
What goes with Buffalo Chicken Dip?
You may be wondering what to use to dip into the creamy buffalo chicken dip. Here’s a list of options! Our favorite dippers are crusty pieces of bread, tortilla chips, Siete grain-free chips, pita chips, crackers, pita bread triangles, or fresh vegetables such as sliced cucumber, carrot sticks, and celery sticks.Can I make Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip in a slow cooker crockpot?
Yes! This Buffalo Dip is best served warm and can be made in a slow cooker. Just throw all of the ingredients in and cook until creamy and warm.Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Delicious! My 11 year old made it and we couldn’t stop eating it.
That is awesome they made this recipe, I love it. Thank you for your comment Amber!
Made this recipe for my football playoffs party and everyone went crazy for it. It was perfectly cheesy and had the perfect kick!
We love this recipe! Love how simple and easy it is.
Thank you for making this recipe, Elle!
SO yummy!!!!
This dip was The biggest hit with all of The Firefighters where my son works. I made them dinner and put a pan of one of these dips in the oven while they ate. They said they had it for a snack that same night after coming in from a call. They loved it….Thanks Melissa
This dip is so addicting!! Prepare to eat the whole thing in one sitting lol
Everyone loved this recipe!!! Definitelty a crowd pleaser
Made this for the Super Bowl party and it was a HIT!! Everyone was raving about it! I followed the recipe exactly as suggested adding full fat everything! Served it with celery, carrot sticks and crispy tortilla chips. It had just the right amount of heat without being to spicy. A keeper!