Creamy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
A rich, spicy, and creamy buffalo chicken dip made effortlessly in the slow cooker, perfect for game day or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours on low or 1.5 to 2 hours on high
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes (low) or 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or leftover baked chicken)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (optional but recommended)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or fresh parsley for garnish
- Optional: 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
Instructions
- Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces, about 3 cups.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, buffalo hot sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in shredded chicken and shredded sharp cheddar cheese until fully coated.
- Transfer mixture to slow cooker, spreading evenly. Cook on low for 3 to 4 hours or on high for 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Stir halfway through cooking to meld flavors and ensure even melting.
- When hot, bubbly, and cheese is melted, garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired and serve.
Notes
If dip is too thick after cooking, stir in a splash of milk or additional ranch dressing to loosen. For a golden crust, transfer to an oven-safe dish and broil 3-5 minutes before serving. Use softened cream cheese for smooth mixing. Stir halfway through cooking to prevent uneven texture. Can be made in oven at 350°F for 25-30 minutes as an alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/8 of the rec
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 22
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