Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip served in a bowl with tortilla chips

Why Make This Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Dip is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for gatherings, game days, or casual family dinners. Its creamy, spicy flavor pairs well with chips and veggies, making it a favorite appetizer. The combination of chicken, cheese, and hot sauce creates a delicious dip that everyone will love. Plus, it’s easy to make, so you can whip it up in no time!

How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip

Ingredients:

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
1/2 cup green onion (chopped)
1.5 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded, divided)
1.5 cups cheddar cheese (shredded, divided)

Directions:

Cook the Chicken. If your chicken is not yet cooked, bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the pot and return to a boil. Remove from heat and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Allow your chicken to poach, covered, for approximately 25 minutes. When fully cooked, remove from the pot and allow to rest until cool enough to handle (note – the cooking time for the chicken is not included in the total cooking time for this dish).
Prep. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9×9-inch baking pan (or approximate size) with non-stick cooking spray.
Warm the Sauce. In a medium saucepot over medium-low heat, add the cubed cream cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk constantly until the cream cheese has dissolved in the ranch and hot sauce. Remove from heat.
Combine. Add the cooked and shredded chicken, green onion, 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese to the saucepot. Mix well to combine. Transfer to your prepared baking pan and top with the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Bake. Bake for approximately 20-30 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the sides are starting to bubble. Set oven to BROIL. Allow your buffalo chicken dip to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Remove it immediately.
Serve. Enjoy your buffalo chicken dip with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, crackers, or wrap leftovers in a tortilla with your favorite greens.

How to Serve Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip is best served warm. Pair it with crunchy tortilla chips, sliced veggies like celery and carrots, or your favorite crackers. It can also be enjoyed as a filling in a wrap, topped with lettuce and tomatoes for a delicious meal.

How to Store Buffalo Chicken Dip

If you have leftovers, allow the dip to cool completely, then store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for about 3-5 days. To reheat, place the dip back in the oven until warm or microwave it until heated through.

Tips to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in hot sauce before cooking.
You can use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to suit your spice preference.
Feel free to add other ingredients like blue cheese or bell peppers for variation.

Variation

You can make a healthier version of this dip by using Greek yogurt in place of cream cheese and ranch dressing. For a smoky twist, try adding some smoked paprika or bacon bits to the mix.

FAQs

Q: Can I make this dip ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can prepare the dip up to the baking step and store it in the refrigerator. Bake it right before serving.

Q: What can I serve with Buffalo Chicken Dip?
A: It pairs well with chips, veggies, crackers, or can be used as a filling in wraps.

Q: Can I freeze Buffalo Chicken Dip?
A: Yes, you can freeze the dip before baking. Just thaw it in the fridge and bake as directed before serving.