Description
Indulge in this creamy, spicy, and perfectly cheesy Buffalo chicken dip, the ultimate appetizer for any party or gathering. Made with shredded chicken, a blend of sharp cheddar and tangy cream cheese, and a punchy hot sauce, this recipe is designed to be effortless yet restaurant-quality. It is a crowd-pleasing, reliable dish that balances heat with a cooling ranch base, ensuring every bite is absolutely delicious. Perfect when served hot with celery sticks, carrots, or your favorite crackers.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie recommended)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup vinegar-based cayenne hot sauce
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Grease a 9-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and hot sauce until smooth.
Fold in the shredded chicken until evenly coated.
Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese and blue cheese crumbles over the surface.
Bake for 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and slightly golden.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave. Serve with celery, carrots, pita chips, or toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Trending
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
