The Ultimate Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe – Easy Game Day Appetizer
The Ultimate Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Looking for the perfect game day snack that will have everyone coming back for more? This Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip is your answer! It’s creamy, spicy, and incredibly easy to make with just 10 minutes of prep time. Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl party, game night, or casual gathering, this crowd-pleasing appetizer will be the star of the show.
Ingredients
Makes: 8-10 servings
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crackers for serving
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients
Start by ensuring your cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing. Shred your cooked chicken using two forks or a stand mixer. You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience or bake/boil chicken breasts ahead of time.
Step 2: Combine Ingredients in Crockpot
In your slow cooker, combine the softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded chicken. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Step 3: Cook on Low Heat
Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the dip is hot and bubbly. If you’re short on time, you can cook on high for 1-1.5 hours, but low heat gives the best flavor development.
Step 4: Add Finishing Touches
Once the dip is heated through, stir in the blue cheese crumbles (if using) and top with sliced green onions and chopped celery for freshness.
Step 5: Serve Warm
Keep the crockpot on the warm setting and serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or your favorite dippers. The dip will stay creamy and delicious throughout your party!
Expert Tips
- Chicken Options: Use rotisserie chicken for maximum flavor and convenience, or cook 2 large chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper
- Heat Level: Adjust the buffalo sauce amount to your preferred spice level – mild, medium, or extra hot
- Make Ahead: Prepare all ingredients the night before and simply combine in the crockpot when ready to cook
- Creaminess: For extra creaminess, add an additional 4 oz of cream cheese
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days – it reheats beautifully!
FAQ Section
Can I make this buffalo chicken dip ahead of time?
Yes! Mix all ingredients except the green onions and refrigerate overnight. Cook as directed when ready to serve.
What can I serve with buffalo chicken dip?
Tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, crackers, or sliced baguette all work wonderfully.
Can I use other cheeses?
Absolutely! Monterey jack, pepper jack, or colby jack cheeses all work well in this recipe.
How long does it keep warm in the crockpot?
This dip will stay perfect on the warm setting for 2-3 hours without drying out.
The Ultimate Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare Your Ingredients – Start by ensuring your cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easy mixing. Shred your cooked chicken using two forks or a stand mixer.
- Combine Ingredients in Crockpot – In your slow cooker, combine the softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded chicken. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Cook on Low Heat – Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Add Finishing Touches – Once the dip is heated through, stir in the blue cheese crumbles (if using) and top with sliced green onions and chopped celery for freshness.
- Serve Warm – Keep the crockpot on the warm setting and serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or your favorite dippers.
