Creamy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Dip
A rich, spicy, and tangy buffalo ranch chicken dip perfect for game day or casual gatherings. Ready in under 30 minutes, this creamy dip is a crowd-pleaser with simple pantry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 300g), rotisserie chicken recommended
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (120ml)
- 1/3 cup buffalo sauce (80ml)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (100g)
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If short on time, microwave can be used later.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and buffalo sauce. Mix until smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken, shredded cheddar, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Fold gently but thoroughly.
- Transfer mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges bubble and top is light golden brown.
- Optional: Sprinkle extra cheddar cheese over the dip during the last 5 minutes of baking for a melty top.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or soft pretzels.
Notes
Softening cream cheese is important for smooth mixing. Adjust buffalo sauce to taste to control spiciness. For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for cream cheese or blue cheese dressing for ranch. Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking. Microwave option available for quicker preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup per se
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 8
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