Buffalo Chicken Dip Game Day
Spicy and creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip combines tender chicken, tangy ranch, and melted cheddar for a perfect appetizer that pleases crowds at any game day gathering.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking dish 1.5-quart size recommended
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breasts rotisserie work well
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup refrigerated ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce adjust for preferred heat
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese use mozzarella for milder flavor
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley optional garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until well blended.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a 1.5-quart baking dish.
- Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly around the edges.
- Remove from oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips, carrot sticks, or celery sticks for dipping.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and extra flavor.
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to control spice level.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently to avoid drying out the dip.