Our Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe has all the flavors we adore about Buffalo wings, without the bones or the mess.
Keep the hot wing sauce on the chicken and off your fingers (or the remote).
It’s always a little embarrassing to have the biggest pile of bones, so I appreciate “no evidence” eating.
I do love my wings, so I want a dip with distinct layers and textures, like that first bite with the right touch of dressing hugging the wing.
We know you’ll love Buffalo sauced chicken resting on a bed of cream cheese with real bites of blue cheese to top it off—that’s real football party food. And only one napkin required.
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Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Tips
- Make dip ahead and refrigerate for up to 3 days until ready to bake. If making ahead in a glass baking dish, bring to room temperature before baking or put in a cold oven and then set the temp. Never put a cold baking dish in a hot oven, as it could break.
- For a large party, triple the recipe and layer in a slow cooker, one on top of the other, as described in the recipe. Cream cheese—chicken mixture—cheeses, repeat. Heat on low for about 2 hours, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Reheat any leftover Buffalo Chicken Dip by spreading out on a rimmed baking sheet and broil for 5 minutes to warm through, or microwave for 2 minutes.
- Serve it Keto friendly with celery sticks and cucumber slices.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Chicken dip with all the flavors of Buffalo Chicken Wings boasting distinct layers and textures like that first bite you get with just the right touch of dressing hugging the wing.
Servings: 8 appetizer-size servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter , melted
- 1 heaping teaspoon minced garlic
- 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 2 cups cooked chicken , bite-size pieces — rotisserie chicken works great
- 2/3 cup Frank’s Buffalo Wing Sauce
- 1/3 cup shredded melting cheese , Fontina, mozzarella, or Jack
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles , plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped scallions
- 8×8-inch baking dish
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter with 1 teaspoon minced garlic in the microwave for 30 seconds until melted; set aside.
- Wet fingertips with water and evenly press 8 ounces cream cheese into the bottom of baking dish.
- Toss chicken, hot sauce, and butter-garlic mixture in a medium mixing bowl.
- Spread chicken mixture over the cream cheese and top with 1/3 cup shredded cheese and 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles. *At this point the dish can be covered and refrigerated until ready to bake and serve.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Remove from oven and garnish with chopped scallions and additional blue cheese, if desired, before serving. Serve with blue corn tortilla chips, celery, carrots, or crackers.
Notes
- Make dip ahead and refrigerate for up to 3 days until ready to bake. *If making ahead in a glass baking dish, bring to room temperature before baking or put in a cold oven and then set the temp. Never put a cold baking dish in a hot oven, as it could break.
- For a large party, triple the recipe and layer in a slow cooker, one on top of the other, as described in the recipe. Cream cheese—chicken mixture—cheeses, repeat. Heat on high for about 2 hours, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Reheat any leftovers by spreading out in a thin layer on a rimmed baking sheet and broil for 5 minutes to warm through, or microwave for 2 minutes until warmed through.
Nutrition
Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 77mg | Sodium: 821mg | Potassium: 155mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 620IU | Vitamin C: 0.7mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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Karen (Back Road Journal) says
Perfect for the Super Bowl and the added bonus of no bones. 😀
Isabella says
Love finding the perfect apps for Super Bowl Sunday!
Renee D Kohley says
Ooo this is so fun! My family could eat this all day!
Anne Lawton says
I love Buffalo anything! this looks delicious and less messy than wings.
Zuzana says
This is so tempting, I want to make it like right now. Thanks for this
Megan Stevens says
I LOVE blue cheese!! 😉 This is such a crowd pleaser! Thanks!
mjskitchen says
“no evidence eating” – that’s a new one. I like it. I don’t have to worry about that because my husband always has a bigger pile than me. 🙂 I do love what you’ve done with the delicious buffalo wing, turning it into a dip. Great for a superbowl party or any party party for that matter. Great recipe Judy!
CHIHYU says
perfect recipe for super bowl!
Laura says
This dip would be a hit at any party, but I can tell you it will be a huge hit at my upcoming Super Bowl party! Delicious!
Kelly says
I know a lot of sports fans who want to see this dip at an upcoming playoff game. Yum!
Jean says
The photos are making me droool! This truly looks so addicting and delicious. I love football season and I need to make this for our next game day!
Joni Gomes says
This is perfect for watching Football! My husband is always asking me to make yummy finger foods on Sundays. Can’t wait to try this!
Raia says
Looks like something that would sure be a hit at a super bowl party!
Kelly Senyei (Just a Taste) says
Love this! I know my Super Bowl party attendees will think the same, too 🙂 Can’t wait to make this for the big game!
Corey @ Family Fresh Meals says
Holy Cow! I am drooling over here 🙂
Jackie says
Yum! This looks delicious! I had been thinking about just sticking to this healthy Super Bowl snacks list but this looks like it’d be a delicious addition to the spread 🙂
sportsglutton says
A recipe from a former starting NFL quarterback? Craziness! Your adaption of the recipe sounds much better than the original and looks insanely tasty.
Judy Purcell says
Thanks! It is crazy-good and hard to stop eating.
Linda says
Fabulous!! I had heard of this dip using canned chicken which I immediately knew I’d never do and thought about using “real” chicken…so here you go!! You created it just as I would have! I love it and am for sure serving this on Superbowl Sunday!!
Judy Purcell says
Linda, it is so funny how similar our tastes are, I agree, the canned chicken was not even a consideration.
ChgoJohn says
I, too, love wings but it is probably the most fatty part of the bird. Your dish here looks so much healthier without giving up any of the flavor. Great recipe!
Jane says
Looks so good! I have a buffalo chicken dip that is a little different, that I have seriously been thinking about making! Sometime about the Superbowl must bring out these cravings for dip! 🙂 Have a good day!
Raymund says
I am so salivating now, that looks so good
mjskit says
This would definitely be the hit of any Super Bowl party! Love the addition of the blue cheese. Wasn’t expecting that! Great recipe!
Kelly says
This looks wonderful! I will definitely be trying this one out. I like the taste of wings, but not the mess or the amount of effort for that little bit of meat, so this looks perfect!