Buffalo Chicken Dip

Why Make This Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Dip is a favorite for many, especially during game days, parties, or casual get-togethers. Its creamy texture and bold flavors make it a perfect appetizer. Plus, it’s simple to prepare, and everyone loves it! Your guests will be asking for the recipe once they taste this delicious dip.

How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s Red Hot recommended)
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons blue cheese dressing or ranch, for garnish
• Fritos Scoops, baguette slices, carrot sticks, celery sticks for serving

Directions

1. In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, buffalo sauce, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly using a large spatula until well combined and creamy.
2. Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of a 1.5-quart baking dish.
3. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and starting to lightly brown.
6. Remove the dip from the oven and immediately drizzle with blue cheese dressing or ranch as desired.
7. Serve warm with Fritos Scoops, baguette slices, and fresh carrot and celery sticks for dipping. Enjoy!

How to Serve Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip is best served warm. Place the dip in the center of a table with an assortment of dipping options like Fritos Scoops, baguette slices, carrot sticks, and celery sticks. This allows everyone to enjoy the dip in their preferred way.

How to Store Buffalo Chicken Dip

If you have leftover Buffalo Chicken Dip, you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last for about 3 to 5 days. To reheat, simply pop it in the microwave or oven until warm.

Tips to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip

• For extra flavor, cook the chicken in buffalo sauce.
• Make sure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on your spice preference.

Variation

If you want to mix things up, try adding some cooked bacon bits or a sprinkle of green onions on top before serving. You can also use different types of cheese. Pepper jack cheese can add a nice kick to the dip.

FAQs

1. Can I use rotisserie chicken for this dip?
Yes! Using rotisserie chicken makes preparation quicker and adds great flavor.

2. Can I make Buffalo Chicken Dip ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the dip the day before and bake it when you’re ready to serve.

3. What can I use instead of sour cream?
Greek yogurt is a great alternative and adds a nice tangy flavor to the dip.

Buffalo Chicken Dip

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A creamy and spicy dip perfect for game days and parties, made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and cheddar cheese.

• Author: kaoucheegmail-com
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

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• 1 pound chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s Red Hot recommended)
• 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons blue cheese dressing or ranch, for garnish
• Fritos Scoops, baguette slices, carrot sticks, celery sticks for serving

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, add the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, sour cream, buffalo sauce, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly using a large spatula until well combined and creamy.
2. Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of a 1.5-quart baking dish.
3. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. Place the dish in the oven and bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and starting to lightly brown.
6. Remove the dip from the oven and immediately drizzle with blue cheese dressing or ranch as desired.
7. Serve warm with Fritos Scoops, baguette slices, and fresh carrot and celery sticks for dipping. Enjoy!

Notes

For extra flavor, cook the chicken in buffalo sauce. Use softened cream cheese for easy mixing. Adjust buffalo sauce based on spice preference.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 370
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Fat: 28g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 24g
• Cholesterol: 80mg

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