Description
This addictive Buffalo Chicken Dip combines tender shredded chicken, creamy cheeses, and zesty hot sauce into the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer. Perfect for game day gatherings or potlucks, this baked dip delivers the perfect balance of tangy Buffalo flavor and rich creaminess that keeps guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, boiled and shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup ranch dressing (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup hot sauce (I used Frank’s RedHot), plus more as needed
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup green onion, chopped
- 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×9 baking dish
- In large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, pepper, garlic powder, green onions, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1 cup cheddar
- Spread mixture evenly in prepared baking dish
- Sprinkle remaining cheeses over the top
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown
- Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra browning if desired
- Let cool 5 minutes before serving with celery sticks, tortilla chips, or crusty bread
Notes
Tips:
- For spicy version: add extra hot sauce or ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Make ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours before baking
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in airtight container for 3-4 days
- Substitutions: Blue cheese dressing instead of ranch, Monterey Jack for mozzarella
- Slow cooker version: Cook on LOW for 2 hours, stirring occasionally
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: B
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken Dip, Party Food, Game Day Appetizer