Buffalo Chicken Dip
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Course
Appetizer
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Description
The dip starts by whisking hot sauce and melted butter with Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, and softened cream cheese, creating a spicy and savory base. Ranch dressing adds coolness and balances the heat. Shredded chicken is folded in and the whole mixture is baked until hot and bubbly. The final cheddar cheese topping melts to provide a mild, gooey layer.
This dish works well served warm with chips, crackers, or vegetables for dipping. Its creamy texture contrasts with the spicy sauce, appealing to those who enjoy buffalo flavor without the mess of wings.
Adjusting spice levels is possible by omitting or increasing the Old Bay seasoning and paprika, or varying the amount of ranch dressing for mildness. Baking until bubbling ensures the dip is evenly heated and the cheese tops well.
Ingredients
- 1 cup hot sauce such as Sweet Baby Ray’s or Frank’s RedHot
- ½ cup butter 1 stick, unsalted
- ¼ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 4 cups chicken shredded
- ½ cup cheddar cheese monterey jack, pepperjack, etc, shredded, cheese of choice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400℉. Grease a 2-quart baking dish. Set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together hot sauce and butter until butter is melted. Add in Old Bay seasoning and paprika, followed by the softened cream cheese. Whisk until cream cheese is melted, then add in the ranch dressing and whisk until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Stir in shredded chicken. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, until bubbly. If desired, broil until top is browned.
Notes
- Omit Old Bay seasoning and paprika and increase ranch dressing for milder heat.
- Add extra Old Bay seasoning to increase spiciness.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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