Description
This Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy appetizer perfect for game day, parties, or any casual gathering. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, and buffalo wing sauce, it’s topped with cheddar and mozzarella cheese then baked until hot and bubbly. Serve warm with chips, crackers, or celery sticks for a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the dip evenly.
- Mix Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and buffalo wing sauce. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well-blended, forming the creamy base of the dip.
- Add Chicken and Cheese: Fold in the shredded cooked chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix until evenly incorporated to distribute the flavors throughout.
- Transfer and Bake: Spread the dip mixture evenly in a baking dish. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the dip from the oven carefully. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top if desired. Serve the dip warm with a selection of chips, crackers, or celery sticks for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute blue cheese dressing for ranch dressing if you prefer the classic blue cheese flavor.
- Using rotisserie chicken is a convenient shortcut and adds extra flavor.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo wing sauce to control the level of spiciness according to your taste.
