Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Made Easy

why make this recipe

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip is a perfect appetizer for any gathering. It’s creamy, cheesy, and has just the right amount of kick from the buffalo sauce. This dip comes together quickly and is always a hit at parties, game nights, or family get-togethers. Plus, it pairs well with a variety of dippers like chips, vegetables, or bread.

Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Made Easy

how to make Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups diced chicken (I use rotisserie)
  • 8 oz softened cream cheese
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 2/3 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 diced green onions
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a bowl, combine and stir the diced chicken with the buffalo sauce, then set aside.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, use a hand mixer to whip the cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic powder until fluffy.
  4. Add the buffalo chicken, green onions, and half of the cheddar cheese to the cream cheese mixture. Stir well to combine.
  5. Spread the mixture into a greased 9×9 baking pan and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly.
  7. Serve with your choice of chips, baguette slices, crackers, and/or celery. Feel free to garnish with parsley, green onions, or blue cheese crumbles. Enjoy!

how to serve Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

Serve Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip hot out of the oven with an assortment of dippers. Tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, and sliced baguette all work great. Set it up as a self-serve station to let guests help themselves.

how to store Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the dip in an oven-safe dish and bake it at 350 degrees until warm. You can also heat it in the microwave until bubbly.

tips to make Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

  • For even more flavor, consider adding some shredded blue cheese to the mix.
  • If you want to control the spice level, adjust the amount of buffalo sauce you use.
  • For a creamier texture, add more sour cream or cream cheese based on your preference.

variation

You can make this dip even more exciting by:

  • Adding cooked and crumbled bacon for a smoky flavor.
  • Mixing in some ranch dressing for a different taste.
  • Using mixed bell peppers to add color and crunch.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?
Yes! You can prepare the dip ahead and store it in the fridge. Just bake it right before serving.

Can I use canned chicken instead of rotisserie?
Absolutely! Canned chicken works great in this recipe and saves time.

Is this dip spicy?
The spice level depends on the type of buffalo sauce you use. You can adjust it to your liking by using more or less sauce.

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip

A creamy, cheesy dip with a kick from buffalo sauce, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups diced chicken (I use rotisserie)
  • 8 oz softened cream cheese
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 2/3 cup buffalo sauce Adjust to control spice level
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Divided
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Divided
  • 2 diced green onions
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, combine and stir the diced chicken with the buffalo sauce, then set aside.
  • In a separate medium bowl, use a hand mixer to whip the cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic powder until fluffy.
  • Add the buffalo chicken, green onions, and half of the cheddar cheese to the cream cheese mixture. Stir well to combine.
  • Spread the mixture into a greased 9x9 baking pan and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.

Baking

  • Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

Serving

  • Serve with your choice of chips, baguette slices, crackers, and/or celery. Feel free to garnish with parsley, green onions, or blue cheese crumbles.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven-safe dish or microwave until warm.
Keyword Appetizer Recipe, Buffalo Chicken Dip, Cheesy Dip, Easy Dip, Party Food

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