Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe (2024)

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posted by Liz Berg

on September 8, 2023 (updated 1/12/24)

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I don’t think I’ve ever eaten Buffalo Wings, but from my first bite of this Buffalo Chicken Dip, I was an instant fan. I have been making this since 2010 and it’s always a hit!

Dip Recipes are perfect for game day parties and tailgates, and this is one that both men, women, and kids will enjoy! Frank’s Red Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip is addictive and is a tasty addition to your Game Day Snacks repertoire.

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1 Why You Must Make

2 How to Make

3 Ingredient Notes

4 Expert Tips

5 Frequently Asked Questions

6 You May Also Like:

7 Buffalo Chicken Dip

Why You Must Make

It’s super simple to make!
This dip is much less messy to eat than wings!
It’s perfect for game day! And so delicious.

When my friend, Sally, made this dip for a Labor Day party, the men hovered around the dish until it was devoured. I found a recipe on Frank’s Red Hot Sauce website and modified it for a party just weeks later. Hearty and cheesy with a nice hit of heat, I haven’t met anyone who didn’t adore this dip! This Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip is another man-friendly dip you’ll want to add to your must-make list.

How to Make

Preheat oven to 350°.
Spread the softened cream cheese over the bottom of a deep baking dish.
Mix salad dressing, hot sauce, and cheese. Stir in chicken.
Put the chicken mixture on top of the cream cheese layer.
Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through.
Garnish as desired (I topped it with slices of red bell pepper) and dig in!!!

Ingredient Notes

Cream Cheese – At room temperature for easy incorporation. I use the Philadelphia brand.
Blue Cheese Salad Dressing – Use your favorite brand of creamy blue cheese dressing.
Hot Sauce – I used Frank’s.
Crumbled Blue Cheese or Shredded Mozzarella – I used mozzarella for the gooey cheese factor.
Shredded Chicken – I used the meat from a rotisserie chicken. I don’t recommend canned chicken.

Expert Tips

Use a rotisserie chicken to make this super easy. I put the hubby on the task of removing the chicken meat from the carcass. He’s a good sport and always helps in the kitchen, but the number of questions he asked was comical! I promise it’s simple!
Softened cream cheese is spread on the bottom of a baking dish, and then the blue cheese salad dressing, hot sauce, cheese, and chicken are mixed together, spread over the cream cheese, and baked.
PRO: Tip: Set the cream cheese out on the counter for about an hour before mixing the dip to allow it to soften. This will make stirring much easier.
I used mozzarella to give a gooey factor to this dip recipe, but blue cheese is another popular alternative.
Serve with celery sticks and tortilla chips. I love to cut thick slices of red bell pepper, too.
I garnished it with a cross-section of red bell pepper with a pop of color plus some garden chives. Fresh parsley would work, too.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buffalo Chicken Dip Made Of?

Cream cheese, hot sauce, salad dressing, cheese, and shredded chicken are a given, but there are variations on what goes into Buffalo chicken dip. Frank’s Red Hot Sauce is the most popular, but a less spicy hot sauce can be substituted. I used Ranch salad dressing, but blue cheese is popular as well.
Cheddar, Mozzarella, Monterey Jack, and/or Blue Cheese work well, and one that is gooey when melted is excellent. The chicken can be shredded from a rotisserie chicken, some baked or roasted chicken breasts, and even canned chicken if desperate (not my favorite!).

What Goes with Buffalo Chicken Dip?

Vegetable dippers like celery sticks and red pepper wedges are a healthy dipper option. Fritos or tortilla scoops, Club, and Ritz crackers are also classic pairings.

How Do You Make Buffalo Chicken Dip Less Spicy?

Either use a milder hot sauce or add less than a half-cup of hot sauce. Start with a quarter cup, mix, taste, and decide if you want more heat.

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Prep Time10 minutes

Cook Time20 minutes

Total Time30 minutes

Yield8 servings

Adapted from Frank's Redhot Buffalo Chicken Dip

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
½ cup blue cheese salad dressing
½ cup any hot sauce (I used Frank's)
½ cup crumbled blue cheese or shredded mozzarella cheese (I used mozzarella)
2 cups shredded, cooked chicken (I used the meat from a rotisserie chicken)

Instructions

Heat oven to 350°. Place cream cheese into a deep baking dish. Spread over the bottom of the dish.
Mix salad dressing, hot sauce, and cheese. Stir in chicken. Put the mixture on top of the cream cheese layer.
Bake for 20 minutes or until the dip is heated through.
Garnish as desired (I topped with slices of red bell pepper). Serve with crackers, chips, and/or celery sticks.

Notes

If taking this dip to a picnic, cook it at home, then place in an insulated carrier to keep warm.

May use Ranch dressing instead of blue cheese.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 312Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 758mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 2gProtein: 14g

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posted by Liz Berg on September 8, 2023
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29 Comments on “Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe”

Karen (Back Road Journal) — September 11, 2023 @ 2:38 am Reply

I’m not a fan of wings so this is the perfect recipe for me. Thanks for sharing.

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Éva Taylor — September 10, 2023 @ 12:40 pm Reply

Wow, what a great-looking dip, and I can imagine what a crowd-pleaser it would be. I just love those adorable little cups you’re serving them in. And such a time saver to use a rotisserie chicken.
wilhelmina — November 17, 2020 @ 8:01 pm Reply

I have made this 3 times now and it is always the first empty dish! It’s just so good!
Toni Dash — November 17, 2020 @ 12:04 pm Reply

This is so good!! Everyone at my house really enjoyed it!
Denise Wright — July 20, 2017 @ 6:55 am Reply

I love this stuff! Sometimes if we have extra I will freeze it so I can have it for a snack. That is how much I like it. Can’t wait to try yours as it looks wonderful!!!!
Shaina Wizov — July 18, 2017 @ 12:38 pm Reply

This is making me CRAVE buffalo flavor. So much so, that I plan to recreate your recipe but make it a CRAB dip instead of chicken so I can eat it!
Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness — July 17, 2017 @ 10:41 pm Reply

Sounds like a delicious dip. My family would love this buffalo chicken dip.
Cindy @CindysRecipesAndWritings — July 17, 2017 @ 6:40 pm Reply

A great dip for any party, Liz!
Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen — July 17, 2017 @ 4:56 pm Reply

Such a fantastic looking dip, Liz. And I am absolutely loving all the layers of delish flavors here. This is gonna make a perfect dip for parties. Thanks for this wonderful recipe.
Laura Dembowski — July 17, 2017 @ 4:16 pm Reply

Such a great and unique dip recipe! I love things with a little spice.
Pam — July 17, 2017 @ 3:32 pm Reply

That’s a great dip that I could definitely make a meal of! It sounds really delicious, Liz!
Evelyne CulturEatz — July 17, 2017 @ 1:53 pm Reply

Oh what a fun dip with the chicken right in it! I am pretty sure I have never had a true buffalo wing either.
Eva Taylor — July 17, 2017 @ 10:40 am Reply

What a clever recipe for a dip, I don’t think I have seen it before. Buffalo chicken wings are awesome so I can totally see how delicious this recipe must have been,
gloria — July 16, 2017 @ 9:30 pm Reply

look sooo good Lizzy !!
xoxo
cheri — July 16, 2017 @ 7:14 pm Reply

Hi Liz, what a fantstic dip, love all the layers of flavor, I’m bringing this to the next party when I need a dip, thanks for sharing!
Nikki — July 16, 2017 @ 3:33 pm Reply

This is an all time favorite at my house! Can’t wait to dive into your version!
Sam @ Bites of Wellness — July 16, 2017 @ 1:05 pm Reply

This would be a perfect dip for football season!! So easy!
Marcelle/A Little Fish in the Kitchen — July 16, 2017 @ 1:00 pm Reply

I tried this for the first time at a birthday party very recently! It was super good. So glad to have your recipe!! Thanks for sharing it!
Erin — July 16, 2017 @ 11:38 am Reply

This recipe has everything my family loves, they could live on Blue Cheese & Hot Sauce! Wll have to make this for an upcoming party we have planned.
Claudia Lamascolo — July 16, 2017 @ 7:40 am Reply

What a great idea and awesome appetizer ! My crew would love this. Especially since they are buffalo wing fans!
Caroline — July 16, 2017 @ 6:33 am Reply

I can imagine this is so addictive! Perfect for parties too, I’m sure.
The Ninja Baker — July 16, 2017 @ 3:00 am Reply

Mozzarella looks to be a great choice…And always a good sign when the dip gets devoured at a party. P.s. Bill looks to be a sweetie pie and great company in the kitchen =)
cquek — April 23, 2014 @ 6:12 am Reply

I haven’t tried these before, but they sound delicious!
Lizzy — November 17, 2010 @ 1:19 am Reply

Isn’t it great? I like your method, Leslie!
Lizzy — June 26, 2010 @ 5:58 pm Reply

You’re welcome, Martha!
Martha — June 12, 2010 @ 11:17 am Reply

Thanks. Someone brought it to something but I didn’t come home with the recipe — it was a popular dish! Now I have it!
Becky — June 5, 2010 @ 3:58 pm Reply

Looks and sounds delicious, Lizzie. Thanks for sharing.
Lizzy — June 4, 2010 @ 6:36 pm Reply

It’s practically a health food if you serve it with celery sticks!
Carol — June 4, 2010 @ 6:22 pm Reply

The scary thing is that I think I could make a meal out of this (and gain 5 lbs in the process!). Looks scrumptious.