Name: Buffalo Chicken Dip – Sweet Easy Recipes for Any Occasion
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (I love using rotisserie); 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (Frank’s RedHot is classic); 1/2 cup ranch dressing; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; Optional toppings: green onions, extra cheese, blue cheese crumbles

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Buffalo Chicken Dip has a special place on our snack table. It’s spicy, cheesy, and hits the spot every single time. This dip is one of those recipes that disappears faster than I can say ‘grab a chip!’ It brings together shredded chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, and a whole lotta creamy goodness in one warm, gooey, crave-worthy dish. I first made this for a game night, and it instantly became the MVP—Most Valuable Plate. We had folks crowding the kitchen, scooping it straight from the dish with tortilla chips and celery like it was a competitive sport. And you know what? I didn’t blame them one bit. The best part? It’s simple to whip up using things you probably already have, like rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, and Frank’s RedHot. Whether you bake it in the oven or heat it in your slow cooker, it’s one of those quick and easy recipes that’s almost too good to share. Almost.

1) Key Takeaways
2) Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
3) Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken Dip
4) How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip
5) Tips for Making Buffalo Chicken Dip
6) Making Buffalo Chicken Dip Ahead of Time
7) Storing Leftover Buffalo Chicken Dip
8) Try these appetizers next!
9) Buffalo Chicken Dip
10) Nutrition

1) Key Takeaways

This sweet easy recipe is a spicy crowd-pleaser with simple ingredients
Great use for leftover or rotisserie chicken
Perfect for game days, potlucks, or cozy nights at home
Prep takes five minutes and the oven does the rest

2) Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

We all know someone who always shows up with that one dish that disappears before anything else. I wanted to be that person. So I brought Buffalo Chicken Dip to a neighborhood game night. Let’s just say… I didn’t bring any home. Chips dove into it like Olympic athletes. Even Karen asked for seconds, and she never eats “spicy.”

This sweet easy recipe comes together so fast it’s almost suspicious. It’s got that perfect heat, creamy texture, and cheesy finish that makes people hover over the dish like seagulls. Whether you’re hosting the Super Bowl or binge-watching crime docs in fuzzy socks, this dip is your go-to.

The kicker is that you likely already have everything—some cooked chicken (I use rotisserie because why not), a block of cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and cheddar. We warm it in the oven until it bubbles around the edges. Game over.

3) Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken Dip

Shredded Chicken: I love grabbing a rotisserie chicken and calling it a day. Just shred it with a fork. Leftover chicken works fine too if you’re the type who cooks ahead.

Cream Cheese: Softened cream cheese gives this dip its silky base. Let it sit out for a few minutes or zap it in the microwave for a bit to loosen it up.

Buffalo Sauce: Frank’s RedHot is a classic for a reason. It gives just the right kick without torching your tongue.

Ranch Dressing: Ranch helps mellow the heat and brings in a tangy cool-down. You can sub with blue cheese dressing if you’re feeling bold.

Cheddar Cheese: Use sharp cheddar for extra punch. Pre-shredded is fine, but if you grate it fresh, that melt factor gets even better.

Optional Toppings: A few green onions, more cheese on top, or blue cheese crumbles make it next level.

4) How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip

Step 1. Set your oven to 350°F. You’ll want it hot enough to melt cheese and warm hearts.

Step 2. In a bowl, stir cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing together until it’s all blended. It won’t look pretty yet, but trust the process.

Step 3. Fold in your shredded chicken and cheese. Make sure every bit is coated and cozy.

Step 4. Spread the whole mix into a baking dish. Use the back of a spoon to level it out—it doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be cheesy.

Step 5. Bake for 20 minutes until the edges bubble and the top turns golden. That smell in the kitchen? That’s your victory dance.

Step 6. Pull it out and sprinkle with green onions or whatever toppings make you smile. Serve warm with chips, celery, crackers—or a fork. I don’t judge.

5) Tips for Making Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo chicken dip doesn’t need to be complicated. But here are a few tricks I’ve picked up.

If you want it thicker, go easy on the ranch dressing. If you want it spicier, add a splash more hot sauce. And if you’re somewhere in between, taste and tweak before baking.

Use fresh shredded cheese if you can—it melts smoother and doesn’t have that anti-caking stuff. Oh, and use a hand mixer if your cream cheese isn’t soft enough. Saves your wrist and gives you that extra-creamy texture.

6) Making Buffalo Chicken Dip Ahead of Time

I get it—sometimes you need to prep ahead. That’s the beauty of this dip. Just mix everything together, toss it in a dish, and cover it with foil. You can refrigerate it for up to two days before baking.

When it’s time to serve, pop it in the oven and add five extra minutes since it’ll be cold from the fridge. It still comes out bubbly and cheesy—no one will know you made it days ago.

This makes it a great sweet easy recipe when you’re hosting a party and don’t want to play chef once guests arrive.

7) Storing Leftover Buffalo Chicken Dip

Got leftovers? Store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll keep for about four days.

To reheat, scoop out what you want and warm it in the microwave or oven until hot. Stir halfway to get that creamy texture back.

And yes, it still tastes amazing the next day. Maybe even better. Sweet easy recipes like this one just keep giving.

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9) Buffalo Chicken Dip