Description
A rich, tangy, and spicy buffalo chicken dip that is ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for game day or parties, this crowd-pleaser combines cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and shredded chicken for a delicious, zero-compromise snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (120ml) buffalo sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) ranch dressing
- 2 cups (250g) rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1 cup (100g) cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (50g) blue cheese, crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) if using the oven method.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing. Beat with an electric mixer or stir vigorously by hand until smooth and lump-free.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Fold gently until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9×9 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly around the edges and hot in the center. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals until hot, or cook in a slow cooker on low for 1-2 hours.
- Serve immediately with celery sticks, carrot sticks, pretzel bites, or breadsticks.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is fully softened to room temperature to avoid lumps. For a milder dip, use mild buffalo sauce or reduce the amount of hot sauce. The dip can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days; add 5 minutes to baking time if baking from cold. Do not freeze as dairy may separate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 18
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