Creamy White Cheddar Buffalo Chicken Dip
A quick and easy 5-ingredient party snack combining creamy white cheddar, buffalo sauce, and shredded chicken for a spicy, velvety dip perfect for game nights and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (about 280g) cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (100g) shredded white cheddar cheese (sharp white cheddar recommended)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) buffalo wing sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and ranch seasoning until smooth and creamy.
- Add the buffalo wing sauce to the cream cheese mixture and mix well until evenly combined.
- Fold in the shredded chicken and white cheddar cheese gently but thoroughly.
- Transfer the mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the edges bubble and the top is lightly golden.
- Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for an extra golden crust, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly to thicken.
- Serve warm with chips, celery sticks, or crackers.
Notes
Softening the cream cheese before mixing is essential to avoid lumps. Shred your own white cheddar for better melting and texture. Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to control heat level. Let dip rest after baking to thicken and make scooping easier. A small cast-iron skillet can be used instead of a baking dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup per se
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 8
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