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Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe: Creamy Goodness Made Easy

This Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe combines creamy cheese with spicy buffalo sauce, making it a favorite for appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cool Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie or canned chicken for convenience.
  • 8 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Make sure it’s softened for smooth mixing.
  • 1 cup Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing Yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce Adjust the heat by mixing with extra dressing.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Feel free to combine with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack.
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack or Colby Jack Cheese Consider crumbling blue cheese on top for extra tang.
Optional Upgrades
  • 1 cup Green Onions Finely chopped, to add a fresh burst of flavor.
  • 1 bag Tortilla Chips Choose a sturdy variety to hold up against the dip.
  • 2 cups Fresh Veggies Serve with celery sticks or carrot slices.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare your ingredients by shredding the chicken and softening the cream cheese.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing, mixing until smooth.
  3. Fold in half of the shredded cheese until evenly distributed.
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle the reserved cheese over the top and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Switch your oven to broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a golden finish.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use block cheese and shred it yourself, and start with softened cream cheese for smooth mixing. You can prepare the dip a day in advance for convenience.

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