Get ready to transform your appetizer game with the most mouthwatering, crowd-pleasing Buffalo Chicken Dip that will have your guests begging for the recipe! This creamy, spicy, and utterly addictive dish combines the classic flavors of buffalo wings with a luxurious dip that's impossible to resist. Whether you're hosting a game day gathering, a family potluck, or just craving a flavor-packed snack, Elina's Buffalo Chicken Dip is about to become your new go-to recipe that promises to disappear faster than you can say "seconds, please!"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure an oven-safe baking dish is ready for the dip.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded chicken. Mix thoroughly until the chicken is evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.
- Pour in the buffalo sauce and ranch dressing. Stir the ingredients until they are completely blended, creating a smooth and creamy mixture.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheddar cheese, reserving the remaining cheese for topping.
- Transfer the mixture into a 9-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula to ensure uniform distribution.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the dip, creating a complete cheese coverage.
- Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are slightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the dip cool for 5 minutes to allow the temperature to stabilize.
- Garnish with chopped green onions across the top of the dip for added freshness and color.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crackers for dipping.
Tips
- Use rotisserie chicken for an even easier preparation and extra flavor boost
- Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for smooth mixing
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to control spice level - more sauce means more heat!
- For a crispy top, broil the last 2-3 minutes of cooking
- Prep ingredients in advance and assemble just before baking for maximum freshness
- Experiment with different cheese blends like pepper jack for added kick
- Let the dip rest 5 minutes after baking to set and prevent burns
- Serve with a variety of dippers like celery, crackers, and toasted baguette slices
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 310kcal
Carbohydrates: 4g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 95mg
