Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip (Printable)
Creamy, spicy chicken and cheese baked dip paired with crisp celery sticks for a flavorful snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Dairy
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup sour cream
04 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
→ Buffalo Sauce
07 - 1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Franks RedHot)
08 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
→ Vegetables
09 - 6 large celery stalks, cut into sticks
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, hot sauce, and melted butter. Mix until smooth and creamy.
03 - Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and blue cheese (if using) until well combined.
04 - Transfer the mixture to a medium baking dish or oven-safe skillet. Spread evenly across the surface.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly, and the top begins to brown slightly.
06 - Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm with celery sticks for dipping.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and spicy keeps everyone coming back for more
- It comes together in minutes but tastes like you spent all day on it
02 -
- Cold cream cheese will leave you with lumps, so take it out of the fridge at least an hour before starting
- The dip continues to thicken as it cools slightly, so those first few minutes out of the oven are prime dipping time
03 -
- Use a hand mixer to get the cream cheese mixture perfectly smooth in seconds
- Broil for the last 2 minutes if you want an extra golden, crispy top