Buffalo Chicken Dip: A Spicy & Creamy Game-Day Favorite
If you’re on the hunt for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, look no further than this Buffalo Chicken Dip: A Spicy & Creamy Game-Day Favorite. This dip features a perfect combination of creamy cheese and zesty buffalo sauce that delivers just the right amount of heat. Whether you’re hosting friends for the big game or enjoying a cozy movie night at home, this dish is bound to impress. It’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal option for busy days, and versatile enough to serve with chips, crackers, or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese (1/2 cup), and mozzarella until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Let it cool slightly before garnishing with green onions if desired.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or veggie sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg