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Buffalo Chicken Dip - Creamy, Spicy, Crowd-Pleasing Comfort Food

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (like Frank’s RedHot) — adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing, if you prefer)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional, for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives (optional, for garnish)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • For serving: tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, toasted baguette slices, or crackers

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish (8x8-inch or similar).
  2. Soften the cream cheese: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a spoon or hand mixer until smooth. This helps everything blend evenly.
  3. Build the base: Stir in the buffalo sauce and ranch dressing until fully combined. Taste and adjust the heat by adding more sauce if you like it spicier.
  4. Add the chicken and cheese: Fold in the shredded chicken, 3/4 cup of the cheddar, and all the mozzarella. Add a few grinds of black pepper.
  5. Transfer and top: Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup cheddar over the top. If using, scatter a little crumbled blue cheese on top as well.
  6. Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbling around the edges and the top is melted.
  7. Garnish and serve: Let it sit for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped green onions. Serve warm with chips, veggies, or bread.