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Close-up of a chip scooping hot buffalo chicken dip with stretchy, melted cheese. Rich, creamy texture with visible chicken and golden cheesy topping.

Buffalo Chicken Dip

4 from 1 vote
This creamy buffalo chicken dip has been perfected over five years and is a guaranteed hit at parties. Easy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor in every scoop.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded chicken Rotisserie or poached finely shredded
  • 8 oz cream cheese Full-fat softened
  • ½ cup sour cream Or Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup ranch dressing Bottled or homemade
  • ½ cup hot sauce Frank’s RedHot for classic buffalo flavor
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Optional but adds depth
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese Sharp shredded, divided
  • ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese Or mozzarella shredded
  • ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles Optional but traditional
  • 2 green onions Sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 8x8 baking dish Or 9-inch pie plate
  • 1 Medium mixing bowl
  • 1 Spatula or spoon For mixing and layering
  • 1 Cheese Grater For best melt and texture
  • 1 Measuring cups/spoons Basic kitchen measuring set
  • 1 Oven Or slow cooker alternative

Method
 

  1. Let cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  2. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, ranch, and hot sauce until smooth.
  3. Fold in shredded chicken, spices, and half of the cheese.
  4. Spread into baking dish, top with remaining cheeses and green onions.
  5. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Top with extra green onions or hot sauce if desired.
  7. Let cool 5 minutes and serve with chips, bread, or celery.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.