Description
This Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy appetizer perfect for game days or parties. Combining tender shredded chicken with zesty Buffalo sauce, cream cheese, ranch dressing, and melted Mexican cheese blend, it offers a rich and tangy flavor. Easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser, this dip pairs wonderfully with chips, veggies, or bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature, about 2 bricks)
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup light ranch dressing
- 12 ounces Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Sauce (1 bottle, original or Buffalo style)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cooked chicken, Mexican blend cheese, ranch dressing, and Buffalo sauce. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Pour the mixed ingredients into a nonstick or lightly sprayed baking dish, spreading evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Bake Dip: Place the baking dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly throughout. Remove from oven and serve warm.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother dip texture.
- Shredded rotisserie chicken works well for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of Buffalo sauce to suit your desired spice level.
- Serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or crusty bread.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Buffalo chicken dip, baked chicken dip, appetizer, party dip, game day food, spicy chicken dip
