Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip (Printable Version)

Hot, cheesy dip with shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melted cheese. Perfect for game day snacking.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Dairy

02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
04 - 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese, optional

→ Sauces

07 - 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce

→ Vegetables and Aromatics

08 - 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, plus additional for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, and buffalo hot sauce. Mix until smooth.
03 - Stir in the shredded chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, and half of the blue cheese if using.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into a 1-quart baking dish.
05 - Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and blue cheese over the top.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions.
08 - Serve hot with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or carrot sticks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in less time than it takes to pregame, yet tastes like you fussed.
  • The creamy base tames the buffalo heat just enough to keep everyone coming back.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully, though youll rarely have any.
02 -
  • Softened cream cheese is non negotiable, cold cream cheese will leave you with lumps no amount of stirring will fix.
  • Dont skip the resting time after baking, the dip thickens slightly as it cools and becomes easier to scoop.
03 -
  • Use rotisserie chicken and this becomes a fifteen minute assembly job with maximum flavor payoff.
  • A sprinkle of smoked paprika on top before baking adds a subtle, smoky depth that surprises people.
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