Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs
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Total Time
2 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
30
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Calories
180 kcal
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Course
Appetizer, Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Description
This Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip combines cooked shredded chicken with the distinctive tang of Frank's hot sauce, creamy ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese, then slow cooks the mixture to create a rich, melted dip. The inclusion of cream cheese adds body and smoothness, making the dip thick and creamy. Midway through cooking, cream cheese cubes are stirred in for even melting and flavor integration.
The dip's texture is thick and spoonable, offering a balance between creaminess and the mild heat of hot sauce. It works well as a warm snack for casual gatherings and pairs nicely with crunchy dippers like celery or chips.
For presentation, optional blue cheese crumbles and chopped green onion lend added sharpness and a touch of freshness, enhancing the dip’s flavor profile. The slow cooker method allows the dip to stay warm and ready to serve over hours.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken cooked and shredded
- 12 ounces hot sauce original, not buffalo style, Frank's brand
- 16 ounces ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded sharp
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- blue cheese optional, crumbles
- green onion optional, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the cooked, shredded chicken with Frank's, and spread into an even layer in the crockpot.
- Add ranch dressing and cheddar cheese and stir to combine. Cut the cream cheese into cubes and place on top.
- Place the lid on the crockpot and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours. About halfway through, stir in the cream cheese cubes.
- Garnish with green onion and blue cheese crumbles if desired.
- Serve with celery sticks, Triscuits, or tortilla chips.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 180 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 180kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 591mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 63mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 305IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 74mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.