Buffalo Chicken Dip Classic Recipe
This classic Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for game days or parties. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, Buffalo sauce, and cheddar cheese, it’s baked until bubbly and golden brown, then served hot with chips or veggies for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 1 ½ pounds cooked chicken breast, shredded (approximately 3 large breasts)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup ranch dressing
- ⅔ cup Frank’s RedHot Buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Topping
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and allow it to fully preheat to ensure even cooking of the dip.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly blend the shredded chicken breast, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, Buffalo sauce, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a 1.5-quart baking dish, making sure it is level and evenly distributed.
- Add Cheese Topping: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the chicken mixture for a cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese on the surface is lightly browned and the dip is bubbling along the edges, indicating it’s hot and ready.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately while hot, accompanied by your choice of chips, carrot sticks, or celery for dipping.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken breast leftover from a previous meal or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For extra heat, increase the amount of Buffalo sauce according to your spice tolerance.
- This dip can be made ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
- Substitute ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing for a different flavor profile.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables like celery and carrot sticks.
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