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Best Buffalo Chicken Tailgate Dip with Blue Cheese

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This creamy, spicy, and tangy Buffalo Chicken Tailgate Dip with Blue Cheese Crumble is the ultimate game-day appetizer. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone hovering around the bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing (preferably Hidden Valley)
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (preferably Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (divided, half for dip, half for topping)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Shred your chicken using two forks until you have about 2 cups of small, bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch dressing. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
  4. Pour in the buffalo wing sauce and stir until the mixture turns a uniform pale orange color. Taste and add more sauce if desired.
  5. Fold in the shredded chicken, shredded mozzarella, and half of the crumbled blue cheese (about 1/2 cup) until evenly distributed.
  6. Spoon the mixture into a greased 9-inch pie dish or small baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining blue cheese crumbles evenly over the top. Dust with smoked paprika if using.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the edges are bubbly and the top is lightly golden. For a browner top, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
  9. Let the dip rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with chopped chives or green onions.
  10. Serve immediately with chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, and crackers.

Notes

Don’t skip softening the cream cheese to avoid lumps. Use full-fat cream cheese for the best texture. For a milder dip, reduce buffalo sauce to 1/4 cup. For more heat, add up to 3/4 cup or a teaspoon of cayenne. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or microwave in 30-second bursts. Freezing is not recommended.

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