Appetizers are a MUST at any of our functions, especially New Year’s (where we eat only appetizers), and especially holiday parties. It was actually at a holiday party that we were introduced to this dip years ago.
Since then, we have made buffalo chicken dip any chance we can get because we love it so much, and it’s a party favorite. It’s extra cheesy and tastes like Buffalo Wings (chicken and all) but in a creamy dip!
It’s one of our most popular dip recipes on the site year after year, and for good reason! For more favorite hot dips check out our Cheesy Bean Dip, Spinach Artichoke Dip and Street Corn Dip.
Why we think you’ll love it:
- Flavor explosion. It’s a dip with all the flavor of Buffalo Wings (without all the work) and is certainly addicting.
- Ready in no time. It’s REALLY simple to make. It only takes about 5 minutes of prep.
- Customizable. Depending on how strong you like your flavors, you can adjust the amount of buffalo sauce or blue cheese to your liking.
Buffalo Chicken Dip Ingredients
- Shredded cooked chicken (2 cups): Hearty protein that soaks up the creamy, spicy sauce. Use Shredded Chicken, shred a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store, or use canned chicken (drained)
- Cream cheese, softened (1, 8 ounce package): The rich, tangy base that makes the dip scoopable and smooth.
- Buffalo sauce (1 cup): Brings that signature vinegary heat and bright orange color. Store-bought or Homemade Buffalo Sauce. For added heat, mix in chopped jalapeños, hot sauce, or sprinkle on red chili flakes.
- Ranch dressing (1 cup): Cools and balances the spice while adding herby flavor. Store-bought or Homemade Ranch Dressing.
- Shredded cheddar cheese (1½ cups, divided): Melts throughout for extra cheesiness and gives a golden top.
- Blue cheese crumbles (2–3 tablespoons): Salty, tangy pops that deepen the buffalo wing vibe.
- optional dippables – Fritos scoops, Tortilla Chips, Club and Ritz crackers, French Bread, toasted baguette slices, pita chips, Soft Pretzels, veggies like celery sticks or carrot sticks
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip
COMBINE. Mix 2 cups shredded chicken, 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 1 cup buffalo sauce (whatever level of spiciness you prefer), 1 cup ranch dressing, and 1 cup of shredded cheese until everything is well combined.
BAKE. Pour into a greased 9×9 dish. Sprinkle bleu cheese crumbles and the remaining ½ cup of cheese on top. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
- For crock pot instructions. See this Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- Use rotisserie chicken for speed (finely shred so it mixes evenly.)
- Soften cream cheese fully for a lump free dip; a quick microwave burst helps.
- Some oil on top is normal, but pools of it aren’t. This can happen if the ingredients aren’t mixed well enough or have separated. Remedy it by blotting the excess oil with a paper towel and then stir the dip.
- For extra heat, add a splash of hot sauce; for milder, use ¾ cup buffalo sauce.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
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Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 2-3 tablespoons blue cheese crumbles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9×9 inch baking dish and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, mix chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup cheddar and the blue cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes. Serve immediately with bread or tortilla chips.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Make this ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for 1-2 days or in the freezer for 3-4 months. Thaw if needed and heat according to the recipe.
Put leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for 2-3 days or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave or covered in the oven.
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This recipe was first shared February, 2017.
Such a great dip! My whole family always ask for the recipe and compliments it! I planned on doubling it today but unfortunately only had 1 cream cheese on hand so I used a few scoops of sour cream. We will see how it turns out 🤪
Ooooh yes! One of my favorite dips!! It’s so quick and easy and I love dipping celery in to it!
Oh man, we made this for the game this weekend and it was inhaled by everyone. Super tasty!