This rich and creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip is perfect for parties, game days, or any time you need an easy-to-make appetizer!
My fondness for dips goes back to childhood. I wasn’t a huge football fan (I’m still not), but I certainly loved all the finger foods that were served when the game was on. These days, I’ll put the game on just so I can have an excuse to make an absurd amount of appetizers. I’ll invite friends and family over, and I’ll pretend to watch the game, cheering for the home team while I stuff my face. This Buffalo chicken dip is an homage to those special Sundays. But whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl party or a casual get-together, this dip is sure to be a hit.
This recipe is also a not-so-subtle nod to another football favorite: Buffalo wings. This dip brings together all the flavors of this finger-lickin’ classic in a convenient, scoopable form. The ranch and blue cheese give this dip a sharp, tangy taste, offset by the cream cheese. There’s even a decent shot of hot sauce for a bit of a kick.
Is Buffalo Chicken Dip Healthy?
Confession time. This recipe is decadent. It’s for those days when you just want to indulge. (It’s a good thing the Super Bowl only comes once a year!) However, you can make some tweaks to lower the calorie count. For example, opt for light cream cheese and reduced-fat ranch dressing. Also, add crunchy vegetables, like celery and carrots, for dipping. And for a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with sautéed and shredded oyster mushrooms or chickpeas.
Softening the cream cheese
When I’m in a rush, I’ll skip certain steps in recipes. However, one step you don’t want to skip with this dip is softening the cream cheese. When the cream cheese is too cold, it won’t mix well, leading to an uneven, lumpy dip where some bites are overly creamy and others lack flavor.
But I get it. Sometimes you don’t have time to have your cream cheese soften on the kitchen window sill, right? If you want the cream cheese to soften more quickly, cut the cheese into cubes. This method reduces the waiting time to about 20 minutes. Try it out, and let us know if it works out!
How To Make Ahead And Store
Leftovers stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container. You can also freeze the dip for up to 3 months. To reheat, let it thaw in the fridge, then warm it up in the oven for 15–20 minutes at 350°F.
Serving Suggestions
You know what goes well with buffalo chicken dip? More appetizers! Boost your spread by adding other FFF faves, such as Oven-Baked Mozzarella Sticks, Easy Greek Yogurt French Onion Dip, and Sweet Potato Tater Tots. Do you own an air fryer? Then you just have to try the Air-Fried Pickles and Air-Fryer Jalapeño Poppers, two go-to apps in my house. Any of these appetizers will create a fun and flavorful spread that perfectly pairs with this dip!
Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, hot sauce, ranch dressing, and half of the blue cheese crumbles until well mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to a shallow 1-quart baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle with the remaining blue cheese crumbles, and serve warm with your choice of dippers, such as celery sticks, carrot sticks, or tortilla chips.
Nutrition Info:
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