Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Print Version)
Tangy, creamy dip featuring shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and cheese perfect for snacking or gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
→ Dairy
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup sour cream
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
06 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
→ Sauce & Seasoning
07 - 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ For Serving
10 - Tortilla chips
11 - Chopped scallions, optional
12 - Blue cheese crumbles, optional
# How-To:
01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, and buffalo wing sauce. Mix until smooth and well combined.
03 - Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
04 - Transfer the mixture into a 1.5-quart oven-safe baking dish. Smooth the top with a spatula.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbling and golden on top.
06 - Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Top with chopped scallions and blue cheese crumbles if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- One bowl prep means less cleanup and more time with your people
- The ingredient list is short but the flavor payoff is massive
- It doubles beautifully if you're feeding a crowd, and reheats like a dream
02 -
- Cold cream cheese creates lumps that never fully disappear no matter how long you mix it
- The dip continues to thicken as it cools so pulling it out when it still looks slightly loose is actually perfect timing
03 -
- Shred your own cheese from blocks instead of buying pre-shredded bags for smoother melting
- Line your baking dish with foil for the easiest cleanup ever