Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Printable)

Creamy, spicy chicken mixed with tangy sauce and cheese, served warm with crispy chips.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (approximately 2 large breasts)

→ Dairy & Sauces

02 - 8 oz softened cream cheese
03 - 1/2 cup sour cream
04 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
05 - 1/2 cup Buffalo hot sauce (e.g., Franks RedHot)
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Toppings & Chips

08 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
09 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
10 - 10 oz tortilla chips, for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a medium baking dish (approximately 1.5 quarts).
02 - In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, and Buffalo hot sauce. Stir until smooth.
03 - Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese until evenly blended.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the dip is hot and bubbly. Optionally, broil for 2 to 3 minutes to achieve a golden top.
06 - Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly. Sprinkle with green onions and parsley, then serve warm with tortilla chips.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes of prep and tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen.
  • The balance of creamy, spicy, and tangy means even people who usually skip dips end up going back for more.
  • It's impossible to mess up, making it the perfect confidence-building appetizer for any skill level.
02 -
  • Cold cream cheese will ruin your entire situation—take it out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before you start or you'll spend 10 minutes trying to beat it into submission.
  • Don't skip the broil step if you have time; the golden, slightly crispy cheese top is where the magic happens and makes people think you actually know what you're doing.
03 -
  • Mix everything in the bowl the morning of and refrigerate until you're ready to bake—this lets all the flavors get acquainted and also means one less thing to do when people arrive.
  • Use freshly shredded cheese from a block instead of pre-shredded if you can; it melts smoother and tastes noticeably better without the anti-caking agents.

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