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Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip: The Ultimate Cheesy Game Day Delight

Buffalo Chicken Dip combines tender shredded chicken with a creamy, cheesy base and spicy hot sauce, making it an irresistible game day snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2 cups shredded chicken use rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup ranch dressing store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce e.g., Frank’s RedHot, adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup green onion chopped, can substitute with chives
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, sharp variety recommended
Optional Garnish
  • 1/4 cup additional green onion for garnishing before serving

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • large pot
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Buffalo Chicken Dip
  1. Cook and shred the chicken by boiling the chicken breasts in a pot of water for about 25 minutes. Shred using forks or a stand mixer once cool.
  2. Prep the oven by preheating to 350°F (175°C) and readying a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. Make the sauce by heating cream cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, black pepper, and garlic powder in a saucepan over low heat until smooth, about 5–7 minutes.
  4. Combine the shredded chicken, chopped green onion, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese into the sauce, mixing gently until well coated.
  5. Assemble the dip by spreading the mixture into the prepared dish. Optionally top with additional mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  6. Bake for 20–30 minutes in the oven until hot and bubbly. Broil for 2–3 minutes if a golden crust is desired.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy with tortilla chips or veggie sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is softened well and monitor broiling closely to achieve a perfect crust.

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