Description
This Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and spicy appetizer made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, hot sauce, and ranch dressing. It’s perfect for game day, parties, or any gathering, and can be served with chips, crackers, or vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (about 2 chicken breasts)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional toppings: sliced green onions, blue cheese crumbles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, ranch dressing, and hot sauce until smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the dip mixture into a baking dish (about 1-quart size).
- Spread evenly and top with extra cheese if desired.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
- Optional: Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a golden top.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with green onions or blue cheese crumbles if desired.
- Serve warm with chips, crackers, or veggies.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust the level of heat by adding more or less hot sauce.
- Make ahead and refrigerate before baking if needed.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
