Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip
This Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip is creamy, spicy, and perfect for dipping. It's a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- baking dish
Ingredients
For the dip
- 4 pieces chicken breasts shredded into ½-inch pieces for better dipping
- 7 oz cream cheese room temperature, about 70°F, for a smoother texture
- 1 cup ranch dressing I prefer Hidden Valley for the most classic flavor
- 1 ¼ cups hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ cup green onions finely sliced into ⅛-inch rounds
- 1 cup mozzarella
- 1 cup cheddar
For the topping
- ½ cup mozzarella
- ½ cup cheddar I always use Tillamook for a better melt and stretch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, green onions, mozzarella, and cheddar. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly. Top with additional mozzarella and cheddar.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese is melted.
Notes
Serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crackers for dipping.