The Best Chicken Buffalo Dip Recipe
Creamy, cheesy, and perfectly spicy chicken buffalo dip made from scratch—perfect for parties or game day.
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet or frying pan
- 2 Knife & cutting board
- 3 Large mixing bowl
- 4 Baking dish
- 5 Oven or air fryer
Ingredients
Chicken & Seasoning
- 1 ½ cup white meat chicken
- 2 ½ cup dark meat chicken
- 3 1 tsp salt
- 4 ½ tsp black pepper
- 5 ½ tsp garlic powder
- 6 ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 7 ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 8 ½ tsp smoked chipotle chili powder
- 9 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing)
Creamy Buffalo Dip Base
- 10 ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 11 ¼ cup ranch dressing
- 12 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
Cheese Blend
- 13 ½ cup three-pepper Colby Jack cheese
- 14 ¼ cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 15 ¼ cup mozzarella cheese
Fresh Add-Ins & Topping
- 16 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 17 1 tbsp fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Chicken Properly:Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden and fully cooked. Alternatively, air fry or bake the chicken.
- 2. Chop the Chicken Finely:Let the chicken cool slightly, then finely chop.
- 3. Build the Buffalo Dip Mixture:In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch, cream cheese, Colby Jack, cheddar, mozzarella, and chives. Mix until creamy.
- 4. Bake the Dip:Transfer mixture to a baking dish and gently spread evenly. Top with remaining cheese blend. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- 5.Garnish and Serve:Sprinkle parsley on top. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, celery sticks, or toasted baguette slices.