Ultimate Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Creamy, spicy, and loaded with tender shredded chicken and bold buffalo flavor. Perfect for game day, parties, or anytime you want a crowd-pleasing, indulgent appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works perfectly)
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup homemade ranch dressing recipe below
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce adjust to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese plus extra for topping
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: Chopped green onions for garnish
- Homemade Ranch Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup buttermilk adjust for consistency
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for a kick
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- Optional: 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives or green onions
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice and optional chives or green onions.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix it up! In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, homemade ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese. Stir until everything is well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish and spread it evenly.
- Top it off with extra shredded cheddar for that melty, golden finish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is bubbling and the cheese is melted to perfection.
- Cool slightly, garnish with chopped green onions, and get ready to dig in.