This Buffalo Chicken Dip is one recipe that screams game day! It’s creamy, packed with chicken, and has that delicious buffalo flavor that is great for the big game or any gathering. This is one appetizer that’s sure to keep everyone coming back for more.
For me, when I think of getting together for the big game or another sports event, there is one thing that always comes to mind. Buffalo Chicken! There’s something about the flavor combination that everyone loves and craves. However, wings can be messy and a lot of work for the amount of meat you get from them. That’s where this easy buffalo chicken dip recipe comes in.
This easy buffalo chicken dip is a delicious alternative to the traditional wings. How you may be asking? Well let me give you three reasons. First, it’s made in a skillet and dipped so you aren’t getting your fingers messy. Secondly, all of the flavors you love are combined in the dip so you aren’t having to dip your wings in extra sauce. Finally, it’s packed with tons of chicken in every bite so you don’t have to bother picking it off of wings.
Ingredients For Buffalo Chicken Dip
All of the ingredients for this dip are easy to find and I bet you already have most of them in your refrigerator.
- Chicken – You can’t have buffalo chicken without the chicken. I like to grill chicken breasts and chop it up for this recipe. However, if you prefer dark meat you could use chicken thighs or drumsticks. If you want to save even more time, buy a rotisserie chicken from the store and use the meat from that.
- Ranch Dressing – This helps make the dip creamy while also adding that delicious flavor that goes so well with buffalo sauce.
- Buffalo Sauce – This is where the delicious flavor comes from. I like to use Frank’s Buffalo Sauce because it has a good flavor without having too much heat. However, if you have a different buffalo sauce you prefer feel free to use it.
- Cream Cheese – This is what gives the dip it’s thick and creamy texture.
- Mozzarella Cheese – This also gives the dip a creamy texture while adding a cheesy flavor. I prefer to grate my own from a block but shredded cheese in a bag will work just fine too.
How To Make Buffalo Chicken Dip
Making this dip is easy and you will only dirty up a couple of dishes. To start, heat your grill to between 350°-400°F (177°-204°C). Then put the cream cheese into a large mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer until it’s soft. To make this even easier, I suggest setting the cream cheese out about an hour before you start making this recipe. Once the cream cheese is soft and smooth, add the buffalo sauce and ranch dressing and mix until well combined.
Next, add the cooked chicken and mozzarella cheese. Using a spoon or rubber spatula stir them in until everything is well incorporated. Once everything is mixed together, scoop it into a 10 inch cast iron skillet and place it on the grill over indirect heat. Stir the dip every 10 minutes or so until all of the cheese is melted and it’s heated through. This will usually take about 30 minutes depending on the temperature of your grill.
Once the cheese is melted and the dip is heated all the way through, remove the skillet from the grill. BE CAREFUL! The skillet with be extremely hot when it comes off of the grill. After you remove it from the grill, top with extra buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbles, and green onions. Allow it to cool slightly before serving it.
Next time you go to a game day party, bring this buffalo chicken dip. Everyone will love it and be thanking you for bringing all of the taste without the mess. And, if you need to bake this dip in the oven, check the recipe card for instructions.
Tips
- Set your cream cheese out about an hour before making the dip. This will make it softer and easier to mix.
- If you want even more smoke flavor, use hickory or pecan wood while on the grill.
- Swap out the ranch dressing for blue cheese dressing for even more blue cheese flavor.
- Make sure your ranch and buffalo sauce are at room temperature. Otherwise it could make your cream cheese lumpy and not smooth like you want.
- Substitute the mozzarella cheese for cheddar or gouda to try different flavors.
How To Bake In The Oven
- Heat your oven to 350°F (117°C). Spray an 8 inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. You can also use a 10 inch cast iron skillet if you prefer.
- Mix the dip just as you would if making for the grill.
- Scoop the mixture into the prepared baking dish or cast iron skillet and place in the oven for 25 minutes or until it’s warmed through and bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Top with additional buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbles, and green onions if desired.
Other Great Appetizers To Try
Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip
Ingredients
- 16 ounces brick-style cream cheese
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups cooked chicken chopped or shredded
- blue cheese crumble over top to taste
- green onions (finely chopped) sprinkle over top to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to around 350°F (177° C).
- Add the cream cheese to a large mixing bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Add the buffalo sauce and ranch dressing to the cream cheese and mix until well combined.
- Add the chicken and grated mozzarella cheese to the bowl and stir until all of the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Pour the mixture into a 10" cast iron skillet and spread around into an even layer. Place on the grill over indirect heat. Stir every 10 minutes or so until it's heated through and the cream cheese is completely melted.
- Once it's heated through and the cream cheese is completely melted, remove from the heat. Top with additonal buffalo sauce, blue cheese, and green onions if desired. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Set your cream cheese out about an hour before making the dip. This will make it softer and easier to mix.
- If you want even more smoke flavor, use hickory or pecan wood while on the grill.
- Swap out the ranch dressing for blue cheese dressing for even more blue cheese flavor.
- Make sure your ranch and buffalo sauce are at room temperature. Otherwise it could make your cream cheese lumpy and not smooth like you want.
- Substitute the mozzarella cheese for cheddar or gouda to try different flavors.
- Heat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Spray an 8 inch square baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside. You can also use a 10 inch cast iron skillet if you prefer.
- Mix the dip just as you would if making for the grill.
- Scoop the mixture into the prepared baking dish or cast iron skillet and place in the oven for 25 minutes or until it's warmed through and bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Top with additional buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbles, and green onions if desired.
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