Delicious and Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip
This is the ultimate warm, cheesy, and tangy dip with a kick. It is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for game days, potlucks, or cozy nights in. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, it delivers a flavor explosion that feels both indulgent and familiar.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 25min
- Total Time: 35min
- Yield: 1 baking dish 1x
- Category: snack
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Celery sticks, carrot sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, and hot sauce. Beat until smooth and creamy.
- Add shredded chicken, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, blue cheese (if using), and most of the green onions (reserve some for garnish). Fold until evenly combined.
- Transfer mixture to a 9-inch oven-safe dish or 10-inch skillet. Spread evenly.
- Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Let cool for 3-5 minutes. Garnish with reserved green onions. Serve immediately with dippers.
Notes
For a stovetop version, combine all ingredients (except topping cheese) in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until melted and hot. For a lighter dip, use light dairy products. Assemble dip up to a day ahead, cover, and refrigerate before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 45