Creamy Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip With Cream Cheese

Creamy Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip With Cream Cheese

Looking for the ultimate Buffalo Chicken Dip for game day or your next party? This Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip is loaded with tender chicken, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, and spicy Buffalo sauce for the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Buffalo Chicken Dip Crock Pot Recipe, Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip, Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip, Hot Chicken Dip With Cream Cheese

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 40

Total Time: 54

Servings:

Calories: 285kcal

Ingredients

The Essentials:

¾ cup hot pepper sauce (Frank’s RedHot is the classic choice!)
2 packages packages cream cheese, softened or (8 oz)
1 cup ranch dressing (or swap for blue cheese if you’re a purist!)
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

For Serving:

Celery sticks (for that crunch factor!)
Chicken-flavored crackers (or tortilla chips, baguette slices—your call!)

Instructions

Get That Chicken Flavor Going

Heat a skillet over medium heat and toss in the chicken and hot sauce.
Stir it around for 3-5 minutes until everything is well-coated and warmed through.

Melt Everything Together

Reduce the heat and mix in cream cheese and ranch dressing.
Stir until it becomes a smooth, creamy, dreamy mixture—about 3-5 minutes.

Get Cheesy

Stir in half of the shredded Cheddar until melted and incorporated.

Slow Cook to Perfection

Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker.
Sprinkle the remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
Cover and cook on LOW for 35 minutes until it's hot and bubbly.

Serve & Watch It Disappear

Grab your celery sticks, crackers, and chips.
Dunk, scoop, and enjoy the creamy, spicy, cheesy goodness!

Pro Tips for the Best Buffalo Chicken Dip

Want it extra spicy? Add an extra ¼ cup of hot sauce or sprinkle in some cayenne pepper.
Want more depth of flavor? Stir in a teaspoon of garlic powder or onion powder.
Mix up the cheese game! Try using a blend of Cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Mozzarella for extra gooeyness.

How to Store & Reheat

To Store:

Let the dip cool and transfer it to an airtight container.
Keep it in the fridge for up to a week.

To Reheat:

Warm it up on the stove over low heat, stirring often.
Or zap it in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.

Freezing?

Yes, you can freeze it, but the texture might change because of the cream cheese.
If freezing, spread the dip on a lined baking sheet, freeze until solid, then cut into portions.
Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat gently.

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