Description
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip brings zesty game-day magic to your table, blending spicy and tangy flavors. Crispy chips and cool dipping companions make this crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game nights and social gatherings you’ll love sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
Dairy and Cheese:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (113 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (56 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 1/2 cup franks redhot buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a small baking dish by lightly greasing it and heating the oven to 375F (190C).
- Blend cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes uniform and silky.
- Fold in shredded chicken and both cheese varieties, ensuring all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Transfer the creamy mixture into the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer.
- Scatter the remaining cheddar cheese across the top of the dip for an additional cheesy crust.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden, bubbling surface that indicates the dip is heated through.
- Remove from oven and immediately garnish with finely chopped green onions for a fresh, crisp accent.
- Serve piping hot alongside an array of dipping options like crisp tortilla chips, crunchy celery sticks, sturdy crackers, or lightly toasted bread slices.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting buffalo sauce quantity for mild or extra spicy preferences.
- For healthier version, swap full-fat cream cheese with low-fat or Greek yogurt alternative to reduce calories.
- Prep chicken ahead by using rotisserie or quickly shredding pre-cooked chicken breasts to save time during recipe assembly.
- Ensure even mixing by bringing cream cheese to room temperature before combining ingredients for smoother, lump-free texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 182 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 489 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg