Here’s a delicious and easy-to-follow recipe for buffalo chicken dip that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a game day party, a casual get-together, or just craving a savory snack, this creamy, spicy dip is sure to be a hit. Made with shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and tangy buffalo sauce, it’s packed with flavor and pairs perfectly with celery sticks, tortilla chips, or your favorite crackers. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
– 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot or other buffalo wing sauce
– 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– Optional: 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
– Optional garnish: chopped chives or green onions
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix Ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined.
3. Transfer to Baking Dish:
Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish (an 8×8-inch dish works well).
4. Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
5. Optional Toppings:
If using, sprinkle crumbled blue cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until the blue cheese is melted. If preferred, garnish with finely chopped chives or green onions.
6. Serve:
Serve the dip hot with celery sticks, carrot sticks, tortilla chips, crackers, or slices of baguette.
Tips:
– For a spicier dip, add more buffalo wing sauce.
– A slow cooker can also be used to prepare this dip. Simply mix all the ingredients together and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until hot and bubbly.
– You can reheat leftovers before serving them after storing them in the fridge for up to three days.
Enjoy your buffalo chicken dip!
