Description
Buffalo Chicken Dip delivers creamy, zesty comfort perfect for your game day spread. Grab tortilla chips and dig into this crowd-pleasing classic that comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 green onions
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Crank your oven to 350°F and select a medium baking dish that will showcase your delicious dip.
- Blend 8 oz cream cheese, ½ cup buffalo sauce, and ½ cup ranch dressing until your mixture looks silky and consistent.
- Integrate 2 cups shredded chicken into the sauce, making sure every strand gets perfectly coated.
- Gently fold 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese through the mixture to create delightful pockets of cheesy goodness.
- Sprinkle ¼ tsp garlic powder and ¼ tsp black pepper across the surface, then stir carefully to distribute the seasonings.
- Transfer the entire concoction into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Scatter ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles across the top for an extra tangy flavor profile.
- Slide the dish into the preheated 350°F oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until edges bubble and the surface turns a light golden brown.
- Pull the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to settle and cool slightly.
- Finely chop 2 green onions and sprinkle them over the top for a fresh, crisp garnish.
- Serve immediately alongside tortilla chips, crackers, or crisp celery sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Swap Greek yogurt for cream cheese to make this dip lighter and add a tangy protein boost.
- Prepare the dip ahead of time and refrigerate, then bake just before serving to save time during gatherings.
- For a spicier version, add an extra splash of buffalo sauce or include diced jalapeños for more heat.
- Keep the dip creamy by avoiding overmixing and not overbaking, which can cause separation and dryness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg