Description
A creamy, flavorful buffalo chicken dip slow-cooked to perfection, ideal for football parties and cozy gatherings. This easy recipe combines shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and cheeses for a crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- Celery sticks and crackers for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by shredding 2 cups of cooked chicken, removing skin and bones.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing; blend until smooth.
- Stir in garlic powder, smoked paprika, shredded cheddar cheese, and blue cheese crumbles if using.
- Fold the shredded chicken into the creamy mixture until well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the slow cooker and spread evenly.
- Cook on low for 2 to 3 hours, stirring once halfway through. Alternatively, cook on high for 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Before serving, garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm with celery sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers.
Notes
Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid lumps. Stir dip halfway through cooking to maintain creamy texture and prevent sticking. Use Frank’s RedHot buffalo sauce for balanced flavor. For milder dip, reduce buffalo sauce and add more ranch dressing. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/8 of
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 20
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