Buffalo Chicken Dip
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic
minced
- 2 cups cooked chicken
shredded*
- 1/2 cup Frank’s Original Red Hot Sauce
- 8 oz block cream cheese
softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing or sour cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
shredded
- For Garnish: crumbled blue cheese
sliced chives or green onion
- For Serving: celery sticks
tortilla chips, or toasted bread
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F.
- 2
Melt butter over medium-high in a medium oven-safe pan or skillet (preferably cast iron). Add the garlic and saute for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add the chicken and hot sauce and stir to combine. Turn off the heat and mix in the cream cheese until combined. Stir in the ranch and cheese. Top with more cheese if desired!
- 3
Transfer to the oven and bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the edges are bubbly. If you do not have an oven-safe skillet, cook in a pan on the stovetop then transfer to an oven-safe dish to bake.
- 4
Immediately garnish with blue cheese and chives or green onion. Serve with celery, pita chips, or your favorite chips.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
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About this Recipe
Craving that iconic tangy, spicy kick of Buffalo chicken in a crowd-pleasing dip? This Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort, perfect for your next gathering and ready in just 15 minutes.
What makes this Buffalo Chicken Dip truly shine is the harmonious blend of Frank's Original Red Hot Sauce with creamy, softened cream cheese and your choice of ranch dressing or sour cream. This creates a balanced heat and incredible richness, setting it apart as an effortlessly delicious and speedy appetizer that always satisfies.
Prepare for a warm, gooey, and incredibly satisfying dip that bursts with savory chicken and a delightful zing from the hot sauce. The creamy base perfectly mellows the spice, while melted cheddar cheese adds an irresistible stretch, making every bite a decadent experience. It's rich, flavorful, and wonderfully comforting, making it a guaranteed hit at any party.
Easily adapt this dip to your taste. The recipe calls for shredded cooked chicken; feel free to use leftover roasted chicken or rotisserie chicken for extra convenience. If you prefer a tangier profile, sour cream works beautifully in place of ranch dressing, as suggested. For a different texture, consider sprinkling with extra sharp cheddar right before serving to create a crispy topping.
Serve this irresistible dip warm with crunchy celery sticks, sturdy tortilla chips, or slices of toasted bread for dipping. It's the ultimate appetizer for game day, casual get-togethers, or any occasion needing a flavorful centerpiece.