Description
Creamy buffalo chicken dip delivers spicy comfort with irresistible zest. Quick party favorite brings crowd-pleasing flavor you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups (473 ml) cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (120 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese
Dairy and Sauce:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 ml) ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- ½ cup (120 ml) buffalo sauce
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced green onions
- Crumbled blue cheese
Serving Options:
- Tortilla chips
- Crackers
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and equipment for the buffalo chicken dip, ensuring cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth blending.
- Pulse shredded chicken with cream cheese in a mixing bowl, creating a uniform base that captures the rich, tangy essence of buffalo-style flavors.
- Introduce ranch dressing and buffalo sauce, stirring methodically to distribute the zesty heat evenly throughout the mixture.
- Incorporate half the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses into the chicken blend, folding gently to maintain a creamy, consistent texture.
- Transfer the vibrant mixture into a ceramic baking dish, spreading it to create an even layer that promises maximum flavor in every scoop.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese across the top, creating a golden, melty canvas that will transform during baking.
- Slide the dish into a preheated 375°F oven, allowing the ingredients to meld and bubble for approximately 20 minutes until the edges turn golden and cheese melts completely.
- Remove from oven and let the dip rest for a brief 5-minute cooling period, which helps the texture set and prevents burning.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions or crumbled blue cheese for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately with an array of dipping companions like crisp tortilla chips, crunchy vegetable sticks, or artisan crackers.
Notes
- Swap cream cheese for Greek yogurt to create a lighter, protein-packed version that still maintains a creamy texture.
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick time-saving hack that adds extra flavor and reduces prep work dramatically.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting buffalo sauce quantity – add more for spice lovers or less for mild palates looking for a gentle kick.
- Transform this appetizer into a low-carb option by serving with celery sticks, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips instead of traditional chips.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg