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    You are here: Home / Dips / Buffalo Chicken Dip

    Buffalo Chicken Dip

    December 30, 2020 By Sam 22 Comments

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    Few party foods are as classic and well-loved as a bubbling-hot dish of Buffalo Chicken Dip! Today’s recipe is a potluck/party staple! It transcends all other dips (OK, it’s tied for first place with my beloved Taco Dip) and it’s so easy to make! Just 5 ingredients & 5 minutes to prep!

    chip dipped in buffalo chicken dip

    Is there anything tastier than the cheesy, melty goodness of Buffalo Chicken Dip? This recipe inspired my Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese that I shared late last year, but I never shared the original dip recipe.

    That’s changing today.

    Rich, creamy, and packed with melty shredded cheese and cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and freshly shredded chicken. This recipe’s a keeper and ranks right up there on the indulgence scale with my beloved spinach artichoke dip and famous fried pickles!

    How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip

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    Tip: Shred your chicken well! I actually had Zach help me set up for the video that we filmed and he did. not. shred it nearly as much as he should have (and yes he heard about it from me!). You want it well-shredded, without discernible pieces!

    1. Combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch, buffalo sauce, and cheddar cheese
    2. Transfer everything to a lightly buttered baking dish, top with more cheese, and then bake until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted
    3. Dig in! My favorite dip utensils include corn chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I use blue cheese?

    Yes! you can reduce the cheese in the recipe to ½ cup (113 grams) or omit it entirely and add ½ cup blue cheese crumbles. I still like to top mine with the ⅓ cup (55g) of cheddar, but that’s a personal preference.

    Can I use canned chicken?

    You can substitute one 10 oz can of well-drained chunk chicken instead of the shredded chicken that the recipe calls for (I still recommend shredding the chicken from the can). I personally much prefer fresh chicken, but since this recipe originated from a can of chicken I thought it would only be fair to include this tip!

    Can I make this in advance?

    This dip will keep for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Make sure to store it in an airtight container!

    How long can it sit out?

    Buffalo Chicken Dip should not sit out at room temperature for longer than two hours. If you can keep it warm (like in a slow cooker on “warm” setting) then it will last for longer.

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    More Easy Party Foods:

    • Jalapeno Popper Dip
    • Crock Pot BBQ Chicken / Pulled Chicken
    • Artichoke Dip
    • Texas Caviar
    • Broccoli Salad

    Enjoy!

    Let’s bake together! Make sure to check out the how-to VIDEO in the recipe card! 

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    Buffalo Chicken Dip

    How to make an easy and delicious Buffalo Chicken Dip! This recipe can be doubled to feed a hungry, buffalo-chicken-loving crowd.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 307kcal
    Author: Sam Merritt

    Ingredients

    • 8 oz cream cheese softened (226g)
    • ½ cup ranch dressing (115ml)
    • ½ cup buffalo wing sauce (115ml)
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
    • 1 ⅓ cups sharp shredded cheddar cheese divided (170g, divided) it's best to buy a block of cheddar cheese and shred it yourself. I used a blend of white and yellow sharp cheddar.
    • 2 cups well-shredded chicken* (275g)
    • 2 Thinly sliced green onions for topping optional
    • Corn chips, crackers, toasted bread slices, etc. for dipping

    Recommended Equipment

    • Mixing bowls
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    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 375F (190C) and lightly butter an 8×8 baking dish.
    • Mix cream cheese (with an electric mixer or spatula) in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
    • Add ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and paprika and garlic powder and stir well.
    • Add chicken and cheese and green onion and stir well.
    • Transfer ingredients to prepared baking dish and sprinkle with remaining ⅓ cup (55g) of cheese.
    • Bake in 375F (190C) oven for 15-20 minutes or bubbly.
    • Serve warm, topped with additional green onions, if desired.

    Notes

    Chicken

    *I like to use either meat picked from a rotisserie chicken or I’ll cook some chicken in my slow cooker the night before. You’ll need about an 8-10 oz piece of chicken for 2 cups of shredded chicken.

    Making in Advance/Serving

    This dip can be made several days in advance, just store it in the fridge and heat it in the oven until bubbly before serving. After heating, it can be stored for up to 5 days (covered and in the refrigerator). When serving, don’t leave at room temperature for more than two hours.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 723mg | Potassium: 133mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 550IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 0.5mg

    Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.

    Tried this recipe? Show me on Instagram!Mention @SugarSpun_Sam or tag #sugarspunrun!

    Recipe originally published 10/27/2018.

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    Comments

    1. Brittani

      December 24, 2021 at 12:10 pm

      5 stars
      I used the same buffalo dip for years until I wanted to switch it up and came across yours. It’s a hit! This is my new go-to recipe now!

      Reply
    2. Sara

      February 07, 2021 at 5:00 pm

      Thank you for including the ingredient gram weights. I love using my scale instead of measuring cups to cut down on dishes and it’s great when a recipe already includes the ingredients by weight.

      Reply
      • Sam

        February 07, 2021 at 9:42 pm

        You are so welcome! I love using my scale too! It’s so much faster and easier! 🙂

        Reply
      • Sean Garcia

        August 21, 2021 at 11:58 am

        5 stars
        This was fantastic !! Now I have a go-to recipe for buffalo chicken dip. Thank you !!

        Reply
        • Sam

          August 21, 2021 at 9:34 pm

          I’m so glad you enjoyed it so much, Sean! 🙂

    3. Brittani

      January 19, 2021 at 7:29 pm

      I decided to stray from my “usual” recipe and try yours on a whim. Everyone LOVED it and it’s my new go-to! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Sam

        January 19, 2021 at 10:18 pm

        I’m so glad everyone enjoyed it so much, Brittani! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Hana

      January 01, 2021 at 4:43 pm

      Can you do Turkish simit and thanks for your good recipes

      Reply
      • Sam

        January 02, 2021 at 8:36 pm

        I will add it to my list. I’m glad you have enjoyed everything. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Sean Garcia

      December 31, 2020 at 8:00 pm

      Did you use cheddar or mozzarella ? In the description you mentioned mozzarella but the ingredient listing shows cheddar. I’m looking forward to trying this but want to get it right. Thanks !

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 31, 2020 at 8:53 pm

        Hi Sean! Sorry for the confusion! I use cheddar cheese here. I have updated it for you. Thanks for catching that. 🙂

        Reply
        • Sean Garcia

          December 31, 2020 at 9:00 pm

          Thanks Sam ! 😊😊

    6. Tracie Bright

      December 31, 2020 at 12:57 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe I made it myself.

      Reply
      • Sugar Spun Run

        December 31, 2020 at 4:28 pm

        I am so glad that you enjoyed it, Tracie! 🙂

        Reply
    7. Kathy Taylor

      February 13, 2020 at 12:47 pm

      Hi Sam, I love your site. I’ve made 12 recipes so far and love each one. Do you have a basic scone recipe, that can be changed by fruit or different flavors. Thanks

      Reply
      • Sugar Spun Run

        February 13, 2020 at 1:04 pm

        Thank you so much, Kathy! I am so glad that you have loved my recipes. I do have a basic scone recipe that I hope you love as well. Keep me posted on how it turns out. 🙂

        Reply
      • Tracie Bright

        December 31, 2020 at 12:59 pm

        5 stars
        Thank you so much Sam and happy new year

        Reply
    8. Mb

      December 25, 2018 at 11:11 am

      There are no measurements for ingredients!!!

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 25, 2018 at 6:59 pm

        I’m sorry I don’t know what you mean. The amounts are listed in the ingredients section on the page. 🙂

        Reply
      • Maru

        June 02, 2019 at 5:21 am

        If you just scroll down to the very bottom of the the page, you’ll find all the ingredients listed followed by the procedure, all enclosed in a blue box.

        Reply
    9. Jesse

      December 01, 2018 at 1:01 am

      5 stars
      Thank you for this! Great and easy recipe!

      Reply
      • Sam

        December 01, 2018 at 9:31 am

        So glad to hear you enjoyed, Jesse!

        Reply

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