This Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe the perfect easy appetizer to enjoy in the crockpot or oven! Filled with chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch and cheese for the ultimate Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip to enjoy anytime!
Buffalo Chicken Dip
When we have family gatherings, everyone brings a dish to share. I usually bring Oreo Dessert, but this one particular year, I was asked to bring Buffalo Chicken Dip to our Christmas party.
I had never made it before but I was up for the task! So, I did what any good home cook would do, I turned to Google and researches a bunch of recipes and combined them for this amazingly cheesy dip. It turned out delicious!
I’m often asked “what is your favorite kind of dip to make in a crock-pot?” and this dip is always the 1st on my list!
What started out as a joke has become my #1 appetizer recipe on All Things Mamma year after year. Little did I know this Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip would become my signature dish for any gathering!
Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
You can take it anywhere you go easily OR keep it warm right in your own kitchen. Perfect!
This has become my go-to dish whenever we have people over, are watching football on the weekend, have a party to go or just when we want a low-carb snack.
YES, this Buffalo Chicken Dip is considered Keto if you don’t eat it with crackers. Just use celery sticks, carrots, or even red peppers! It’s sooo good!
Because this dip has the perfect amount of spice and coolness, it’s hard to stop! It’s just that good!
Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Canned Chicken – I know! It sounds crazy but it’s good! You could substitute with whole chicken breasts shredded. I would guess that 2 chicken breasts would be perfect!
- Cheddar Cheese – I like the sharp shredded cheese kind!
- Cream Cheese – Can you EVER have enough cheese?
- Ranch Salad Dressing – Yep. I said RANCH. I think cools down the hot sauce in this spicy appetizer dip. You could Blue Cheese Dressing if you’d like.
- Buffalo Chicken Sauce – I like Frank’s Red Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce!
- Blue Cheese Crumbles – I don’t have this on my dip BUT it’s a hit for a lot of people. Try it out!
Note: This chicken wing dip uses canned chicken but you can also use leftover cooked shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken.
Crock Pot Instructions For Buffalo Chicken
Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip can easily be made, too
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- Add ALL of the ingredients below into the slow cooker and turn on low for 3-4 hours.
- Once all of the ingredients are completely melted and heated through, give it a good stir.
- Next, switch the crockpot to the warm setting to keep this cheesy and spicy dip nice and creamy for your party!
Here’s my FAVORITE crockpot to use for this easy crockpot appetizer –> CROCK-POT
Oven Instructions For Buffalo Chicken Dip
It’s one of THE easiest recipes to make!
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Prepare the recipe as directed in the recipe card below. Then pour into a medium baking dish and sprinkle 1/2 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake for 15-20 minutes or until bubbly. It’s then ready to eat!
A great way to keep this warm is to use a crockpot
on the counter or to take with you on the go!
If you bake it in a dish
, use a thermal carrier
to keep your dish warm. I love mine and use it often!
Note: You can also bake for 20 minutes or until the mixture is heated through and it’s hot and bubbly.
What kind of cheese goes best with buffalo chicken?
The Best Chips for Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Fritos Scoops
- Tortilla Chips
- Club Crackers
- Ritz Crackers
- and even Chicken Flavored Crackers go well with Buffalo Chicken Dip!
A Great Keto Dip!
A perfect Super Bowl Food!
With only 5 ingredients, this crock pot dip is spicy, delicious, and addicting. It is always the first to go at ANY party – especially on game day.
Keep it in mind for your next gathering or for Super Bowl Party. Don’t forget the crackers and celery! I am sure it will be a hit at your house as much as it is at mine!
How long is buffalo chicken dip good for in the refrigerator?
I would keep buffalo chicken dip in the refrigerator for about 3-5 days max. Just heat up in the microwave when you want a treat!
Freezing leftover Buffalo Chicken Dip
Sure! You can freeze leftover Buffalo Chicken Dip in a sealed container. When you want to reheat it, just remove from the freezer and allow to thaw – then add to the microwave to reheat or into an oven safe dish.
This Buffalo Chicken Dip is our #1 Recipe here on All Things Mamma with over 390,000 shares! It’s always a hit! If you like Buffalo Chicken Wings, you’ll LOVE this easy dip recipe!
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Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cans chunk chicken drained
- 2 packages cream cheese softened
- 1 cup Ranch dressing
- 3/4 cup pepper sauce such as Frank’s Red Hot – I like the Buffalo Wing Sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bunch celery
- 1 box chicken-flavored crackers
Instructions
- Heat chicken and hot sauce in a skillet over medium heat, until heated through.
- Stir in cream cheese and ranch dressing. Cook, stirring until well blended and warm.
- Mix in half of the shredded cheese, and transfer the mixture to a slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top, cover, and cook on Low setting until hot and bubbly.
- If cooking in the oven, add to a 450-degree oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve with celery sticks and crackers.
Video
Notes
- Add ALL of the ingredients below into the slow cooker and turn on low for 3-4 hours.
- Once all of the ingredients are completely melted and heated through, give it a good stir.
- Next, switch the crockpot to the warm setting to keep this cheesy and spicy dip nice and creamy for your party!
Nutrition
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This Buffalo Chicken Dip is the perfect dip for any occasion!
Melissa Brown
Is this two 8 oz packages of cream cheese or just one 8 oz package? Thank you!
michelle
Can this be made in a small crockpot or does it need to b larger? Thanks in advance
Kasey
I like a medium-size crock for this.
Abbey
Sometimes less is more. And this Buffalo chicken dip is THE MOST amazing dip you’ll find. I used Buffalo red hot and canned chicken. This is a staple in our household and my go to for gatherings. It’s always a favorite!
Kasey
Thanks!! I agree!
Adriana
Can i use chicken breasts instead of canned chicken and let it cook in the slow cooker?
Kasey
I’ve not tried it this way.I think I’d cook the chicken breasts before adding to the crock.
Suzanne Bird
My family doesn’t do spicy so is there something else I could use in place of the hot sauce that would give it flavor but no bite (hot)?
Kasey
I’ve not tried that – I think you could use a mild sauce but it won’t have the “buffalo” flavor. Let me know!
Nancy
What size can do you use for the canned chicken?
Maira
Is there a way to make this recipe in the instant pot?
Kasey
I’ve not tried it that way but I bet you could by cooking fresh chicken breasts in the instant pot and then adding the other ingredients on the saute function.