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Creamy buffalo chicken dip with melted cheddar cheese topping served hot in baking dish with tortilla chips

Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe: The Best Party Appetizer Everyone Loves

This creamy, spicy buffalo chicken dip delivers the perfect balance of heat and smoothness, making it the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer for game day or any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 –8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken rotisserie recommended
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce Frank's RedHot preferred
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Optional: chopped green onions crumbled blue cheese
  • Smart swaps: Greek yogurt for half the cream cheese turkey instead of chicken, pepper jack cheese for more heat

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch, half the cheddar, and mozzarella until smooth.
  3. Spread mixture evenly in a greased 9×9-inch baking dish.
  4. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
  5. Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
  6. Cool 3–5 minutes, then garnish with green onions or blue cheese crumbles.
  7. Serve warm with chips, veggies, or crackers.

Notes

Always use softened cream cheese for smooth blending. Freshly grated cheese melts better than pre-shredded.