Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Quick and Easy Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip, perfect for game days, parties, or any gathering. This dip combines tender, shredded chicken with the bold flavors of buffalo wing sauce and creamy ranch dressing, creating a mouthwatering blend that’s both spicy and savory. The addition of softened cream cheese and a mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses ensures a rich, creamy texture with every bite. Baked to perfection, this dip becomes hot and bubbly, with a golden, cheesy top layer that’s simply irresistible. Garnished with fresh green onions, it adds a touch of color and freshness. Serve it alongside crispy tortilla chips for the perfect dipping experience. This cheesy buffalo chicken dip is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps and minimal prep time. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or enjoying a cozy night in, this dip is sure to be a hit, delivering a burst of flavor and cheesy goodness in every bite.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped (optional for garnish)
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch dressing. Use a hand mixer or spoon to mix until well combined.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, reserving a small amount of each for topping.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the reserved cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Quick and Easy Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Dip with Tortilla Chips
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or spoon
- Baking dish (8×8 inches or similar)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 green onions chopped (optional for garnish)
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch dressing. Use a hand mixer or spoon to mix until well combined.
- Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, reserving a small amount of each for topping.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the reserved cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
- Helpful Tips:
- Cooked Chicken: Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
- Cream Cheese: Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing. You can microwave it for 20-30 seconds if needed.
- Buffalo Sauce: Adjust the amount of buffalo wing sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the dip ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or carrot sticks for dipping.
Helpful Tips:
Serving Suggestions: Serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or carrot sticks for dipping.
Cooked Chicken: Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken to save time.
Cream Cheese: Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing. You can microwave it for 20-30 seconds if needed.
Buffalo Sauce: Adjust the amount of buffalo wing sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
Make Ahead: You can prepare the dip ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to bake.
