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A close-up shot of a spoon scooping creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip out of a white baking dish, garnished with green onions.

Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Dip Delight

Dive into the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this creamy, tangy, and spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip! Packed with tender chicken, two kinds of cheese, and that irresistible buffalo kick, it's perfect for game day or any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded (about 1.5 lbs raw chicken breast, cooked and shredded)
For the Dip
  • 2 blocks cream cheese 8 oz each, softened
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo hot sauce such as Frank's RedHot
  • 1/2 cup Ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing for extra tang
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded, divided
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles divided (optional, but highly recommended)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
For Garnish & Serving
  • 2 tbsp green onions sliced, for garnish
  • 1 pinch fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • 1 bag tortilla chips celery sticks, or carrot sticks, for serving

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric Hand Mixer (optional, for creaming cheese)
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Pre-cook Chicken & Preheat Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you don't have pre-cooked chicken, prepare it now. You can boil, bake, or air fry chicken breasts until cooked through, then shred them using two forks or a stand mixer.
Prepare the Dip Base
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, melted butter, buffalo hot sauce, Ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder. Using an electric hand mixer (or a sturdy spatula), beat until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  2. Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese (1/2 cup). If using, stir in half of the blue cheese crumbles (1/4 cup) now.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Transfer the chicken dip mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining 1/4 cup of blue cheese crumbles (if using).
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly around the edges and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden brown.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Remove the dip from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, if desired.
  2. Serve hot with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or your favorite dippers.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the dip mixture. If you prefer a milder dip, reduce the amount of buffalo hot sauce. This dip is fantastic for meal prep - assemble it ahead of time, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.