Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Easy Party Appetizer)

5 from 2 votes

Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Easy Party Appetizer)

Buffalo chicken dip is one of those recipes that disappears almost as soon as it hits the table. Creamy, cheesy, and just the right amount of spicy, this crowd-favorite appetizer combines tender shredded chicken, tangy hot sauce, ranch dressing, and plenty of melted cheese.

Prep Time10

Cook Time30

Total Time40

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: appetizer recipe, chicken recipe, dip recipe, easy recipe, rotisserie chicken recipe, snack recipe

Servings: Servings

Calories: 318kcal

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Equipment

Serving Bowl

Casserole Set

Ingredients

3 Large Chicken Breasts boneless and skinless, cooked and shredded (or 4 cups rotisserie chicken or 4 cans white meat chicken)
8 Ounces Cream Cheese cubed
1 Cup Ranch Dressing
½ Cup Hot Sauce increase to 1 cup for more spice
1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ Cup Green Onion diced
1½ Cups Mozzarella Cheese divided and shredded
1½ Cups Cheddar Cheese divided and shredded

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a shallow casserole dish or 9×9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced green onion, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1 cup cheddar cheese. Mix well and set aside.
3 Large Chicken Breasts, ½ Cup Green Onion, 1½ Cups Mozzarella Cheese, 1½ Cups Cheddar Cheese
Make the creamy buffalo sauce. In a medium saucepan, add the cubed cream cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until the cream cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
8 Ounces Cream Cheese, 1 Cup Ranch Dressing, ½ Cup Hot Sauce, 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper, 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
Combine the Dip. Pour the warm sauce over the chicken mixture. Stir well until everything is evenly coated.
Assemble the Dish. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Top with the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and serve warm with your favorite dippers.

Notes

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

After mixing the ingredients, transfer everything to a slow cooker and cook:

Low: 2–3 hours
High: 1–1½ hours

Stir occasionally until hot and creamy.

Helpful Tips for the Best Buffalo Chicken Dip

Shred chicken finely so the dip scoops easily.
Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.
Warm the sauce first to help everything combine smoothly.
Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut.

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