Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip is a quick and easy appetizer that will surely be a hit at your next party! Made with slow-cooked buffalo chicken, this 5-ingredient recipe delivers bold flavors without a lot work.
And if you’re hosting for game day, round out the party appetizers with Creamy Southern Deviled Eggs, Mississippi Chicken Sliders, and Blue Cheese Coleslaw.
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Pass the chips y’all! I’ve taken my staple Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken recipe and turned it into a second recipe…dip! Several years ago, I created my version of buffalo chicken, cooked low and slow in the crockpot. After making it a few weeks ago, I had some leftovers, so, I decided to turn it into a dip.
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Why Everybody Loves This Dip
- It’s perfect for feeding a crowd because you can easily double or triple the recipe. This makes it great for tailgating, game day,, and potlucks.
- Ready in 25 minutes, you can’t beat how easy and quick this recipe is. This makes it ideal for lazy weekends, and last-minute parties!
Buffalo Dip Ingredients
- Shredded Buffalo Chicken – You can make a fresh batch of shredded chicken for this dip or use leftovers. I recommend using my slow cooker buffalo chicken recipe!
- Cream Cheese – The cream cheese helps to mellow out the spicy buffalo sauce and create that dip texture.
- Sour Cream – Another dairy item that helps make this dip delicious but not too spicy. You can use plain Greek yogurt if you don’t have sour cream.
- Sharp Cheddar Cheese – I like sprinkling the cheese on top for a cheesy dip experience! If you have time, I recommend shredding your own cheese.
- Buffalo Wing Sauce – Any vinegar-based red hot sauce will work. I usually use Frank’s buffalo sauce to keep it classic.
Variations And Additions
- If you love ranch, try using ranch instead of sour cream in this dip.
- If you love blue cheese dressing (and who doesn’t love blue cheese and buffalo?), you can use half blue cheese and half cheddar cheese!
- Add some vegetables like diced green onions or minced garlic (these count as vegetables, right?).
How To Make This Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Stir together all of the ingredients except 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
How To Make Buffalo Chicken Dip In The Crock Pot
- Stir all ingredients, except 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and place in the slow cooker.
- Top with the shredded cheese and place the lid on the crock pot. Set the heat to low. Serve once the cheese has melted.
Donya’s Success Tips
- Softened cream cheese is a lot easier to work with. I recommend letting it sit out on the counter for 15 minutes or so if you have time.
- Shortcut: If you’re short on time, use rotisserie chicken and add hot sauce for more flavor.
- If you like it spicy, you can always add a little more hot sauce, black pepper, or cayenne to the dip.
Commonly Asked Questions
To bake the dip, place it in an oven-proof casserole dish. Place chicken dip in the oven and cook for 20 – 25 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
Yes, you can! To freeze, place the dip in a freezer-safe container with a lid. Place it in the freezer for up to three months. Before baking, let dip thaw in the refrigerator overnight. To serve, transfer to a baking dish and follow the recipe instructions for baking the dip.
This dip can be kept in an airtight container or just tightly cover the baking dish with plastic wrap for up to 5 days in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave or heat the entire baking dish in the oven until heated through.
What Goes Well With Buffalo Dip
I like to serve hot dips like this one with cool, celery sticks since they are required when you’re eating buffalo anything. You can also serve it with other veggies like carrot sticks, cucumbers, or bell peppers. I also love it with potato chips, crackers, and pita chips. Tortilla chips are my favorite with this dip, Slow Cooker Queso Beef Dip and Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip because they are ideal for scooping up big helpings of the creamy dip.
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If you tried this Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe or any other recipe, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the comments below. Thanks!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded buffalo chicken
- 1 8 oz block cream cheese – room temp
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese – shredded
- 2 tablespoons wing sauce – optional
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, mix buffalo chicken, cream cheese, sour cream and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Add additional wing or hot sauce if desired. Pour into a glass or oven proof baking dish and top with remaining cup of cheddar cheese. Place in oven and cook for 20 – 25 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and serve with celery sticks and/or tortilla chips.
Notes
- Stir all ingredients, except 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and place in the slow cooker.
- Top with the shredded cheese and place the lid on the crock pot. Set the heat to low. Serve once the cheese has melted.
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Easy and yum!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This dip is truly one of the best things I’ve ever eaten in my life. 10/10 recipe, easy to follow, and down right DELICIOUS!!! Thanks Donya!
Hey there Corday!
Thank you so much for your kind words of support and this fantastic rating! Thrilled to hear you liked this recipe, if you liked this recipe you should check out my Million Dollar Dip recipe, it’s another favorite. I really appreciate your support, if you ever have any questions feel free to reach out!
~Donya
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What do you do with the other cup of chedder cheese?
Have mercy! I am so sorry Mary. Thank you for your question. Place the remaining cup of cheese over the top of the dip. I have update the recipe card as well.
Thank you so much!
XO,
~Donya