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Buffalo Chicken Dip

Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip: The Ultimate Game Day Treat

This Buffalo Chicken Dip combines creamy, tangy, and spicy flavors, making it the perfect appetizer for game day gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic is best for flavor.
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded; rotisserie chicken can be used.
  • ½ cup Frank’s Original Red Hot Sauce Adjust quantity based on desired spice level.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened; Neufchâtel can be used for a lighter version.
  • ½ cup Ranch Dressing or Sour Cream Use Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Shredded; substitutes include Monterey Jack cheese.
For Garnishing
  • Garnish Crumbled blue cheese, sliced chives or green onion.
For Serving
  • Serving Options Celery sticks, tortilla chips, or toasted bread.

Equipment

  • Oven-safe pan or skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken and ½ cup of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce. Mix for 2 minutes.
  5. Add 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and blend until combined.
  6. Mix in ½ cup of ranch dressing or sour cream until smooth.
  7. Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  8. Sprinkle additional cheese on top and bake in the oven for about 10 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven, garnish with crumbled blue cheese and chives.
  10. Serve warm with dippers like celery sticks, tortilla chips, or toasted bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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