Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Printable version)

Creamy, tangy dip with shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melted cheese. Baked until bubbly and golden, served with crispy tortilla chips.

# What you'll need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Dairy

02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup sour cream
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
06 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing

→ Sauce & Seasoning

07 - 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ For Serving

10 - Tortilla chips
11 - Chopped scallions (optional)
12 - Blue cheese crumbles (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - Combine cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, and buffalo wing sauce in a large mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and well combined.
03 - Fold in shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
04 - Transfer mixture to a 1.5-quart oven-safe baking dish. Smooth top with spatula.
05 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until dip is bubbling and golden on top.
06 - Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Top with chopped scallions and blue cheese crumbles if desired.
07 - Serve warm with tortilla chips.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of hot sauce and creamy ingredients hits every craving at once
  • You can assemble it ahead of time and bake when guests arrive
  • It's practically foolproof even if you rarely cook
02 -
  • Don't skip softening the cream cheese first or you'll end up with lumps in your dip
  • The dip thickens as it cools, so serve it straight from the oven for the creamiest texture
  • Extra hot sauce can be added after baking if your guests love serious heat
03 -
  • Use leftover roasted chicken from a Sunday dinner for even more flavor than rotisserie
  • Line your baking dish with foil for the easiest cleanup ever

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