Buffalo Chicken Dip – Creamy, Spicy & Cheesy Recipe
Quick Answer
Mix 2 cups shredded chicken, 8 oz cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup hot sauce, 1/2 cup ranch dressing, and 1 cup shredded cheese. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until bubbly. Serve with chips.
By RecipesQueen Kitchen • June 15, 2026
Buffalo chicken dip is the ultimate game day appetizer: shredded chicken mixed with cream cheese, hot sauce, ranch dressing, and melted cheese, baked until bubbly. It has all the flavors of buffalo wings in a scoopable dip.
Use rotisserie chicken or poached chicken breast for convenience. Frank's RedHot is the traditional buffalo sauce choice, but any cayenne-based hot sauce works. Serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce (Frank's RedHot)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
- 2
In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese until smooth. Add hot sauce and ranch dressing, stir until combined.
- 3
Fold in the shredded chicken and half the shredded cheese.
- 4
Spread into an oven-safe dish or skillet. Top with remaining cheese.
- 5
Bake 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Garnish with green onions.
- 6
Serve hot with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make buffalo chicken dip in a slow cooker?
Yes — combine all ingredients in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 2-3 hours or high for 1-1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. Keep on warm setting for serving.
Can buffalo chicken dip be made ahead?
Assemble the dip up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate. Add 5-10 extra minutes of baking time since it will be cold.
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