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Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

When you need a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this cheesy buffalo chicken dip recipe is one of the easiest and most reliable options. It’s creamy, spicy, and packed with bold flavor, perfect for game nights, potlucks, or any casual gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 Serving
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Base
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works well
  • 1 cup buffalo wing sauce
  • 1 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
Creamy and Cheesy Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
Flavor Boosters
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
  • ¼ cup green onions sliced
  • ¼ cup blue cheese (optional) crumbled
For Serving
  • Tortilla chips
  • Celery sticks
  • Carrot sticks
  • Toasted baguette slices

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing in a bowl.
  2. Add softened cream cheese and mix until smooth and combined.
  3. Stir in shredded cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
  4. Transfer mixture into a greased 8×8 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 18–20 minutes until the dip is hot and bubbling.
  6. Remove from the oven, garnish with green onions and blue cheese, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Let cream cheese soften before mixing.
  • Reserve extra cheese for topping before baking.
  • Broil for the last 2 minutes for a golden top.
  • Serve the dip warm for the creamiest texture.