If you’re looking for the ultimate game-day appetizer or a dish that disappears fast at parties, buffalo chicken dip is a must. It’s creamy, spicy, cheesy, and packed with shredded chicken—all the best flavors of buffalo wings without the mess. Serve it warm with chips, celery, or crackers, and watch it vanish in minutes.
This is the kind of dip that gets requested over and over. You can make it in the oven, on the stove, or even in a slow cooker. Plus, it reheats beautifully—if you somehow end up with leftovers.
Why You’ll Love This Buffalo Chicken Dip
This recipe hits every note: creamy cheese, spicy buffalo sauce, savory chicken, and tangy ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Super quick to throw together with minimal prep
- Bakes in just 20 minutes
- Perfect for game day, holidays, or last-minute guests
- Can be made ahead and reheated
- Always a crowd favorite
Ingredients + Notes
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken: Rotisserie chicken works perfectly here
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened: This makes the dip rich and creamy
- ½ cup buffalo wing sauce (like Frank’s RedHot): Adjust to your spice level
- ½ cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing: Use your favorite
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese: For extra cheesiness and melt factor
Optional toppings: More shredded cheese, sliced green onions, blue cheese crumbles, or chopped parsley
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Step 2: In a large bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch or blue cheese dressing until smooth.
Step 3: Stir in the shredded chicken and half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Step 4: Spread the mixture into a baking dish (about 8×8 inches works well). Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
Step 5: Bake for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
Step 6: Garnish with optional toppings and serve warm with chips, crackers, celery sticks, or toasted bread.
How to Store Buffalo Chicken Dip
Let the dip cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container.
Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
To reheat: Microwave in 30-second intervals or warm in the oven at 350°F until heated through.
You can also freeze buffalo chicken dip for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
PrintBuffalo Chicken Dip
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup buffalo wing sauce
- ½ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional: sliced green onions, blue cheese crumbles, or parsley for topping
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F
2. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and dressing until smooth
3. Stir in chicken and half the shredded cheddar cheese
4. Spread mixture into a baking dish and top with remaining cheese
5. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until hot and bubbly
6. Garnish if desired and serve with chips, celery, or crackers
Notes
Storage: Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in microwave or oven. Freezes well for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/4 cup
- Calories: approximately 250 (varies by cheese and dressing)
