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Buffalo Chicken Dip

A creamy, spicy appetizer featuring tender chicken and cheese, perfect for gatherings and game day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts boiled and shredded
  • 8 ounces cream cheese cubed
  • 1 cup ranch dressing homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup green onion chopped
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese shredded, divided
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded, divided

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Start by boiling a large pot of water. Once boiling, carefully add the chicken breasts. Cover the pot and poach the chicken for about 25 minutes or until fully cooked.
  • Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pot and allow it to cool before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.
  • While the chicken is cooling, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a saucepot over medium-low heat, add the cubed cream cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk until the cream cheese has fully dissolved.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped green onion, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Pour the creamy cheese mixture over the chicken and gently stir until well combined.
  • Pour the combined mixture into a baking pan, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
  • Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until the top is golden brown.
  • Once out of the oven, let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Serve with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, crackers, or bread. Customize the heat level by adjusting the hot sauce.
Keyword appetizer, buffalo chicken dip, Cheesy Dip, Game Day Recipe, Party Food