Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Swirled Cream Cheese
A quick and easy creamy buffalo chicken dip with a perfect balance of spicy and tangy flavors, featuring a luscious swirl of cream cheese for a velvety texture. Ideal for parties, game days, or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover grilled chicken)
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot or any medium-hot sauce)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (homemade or store-bought)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
- Optional: chopped green onions or celery for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Shred the chicken finely with a fork or by hand.
- Mix the shredded chicken with the hot sauce and ranch dressing in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust the hot sauce if desired.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly into your baking dish, smoothing the top.
- Drop spoonfuls of softened cream cheese over the top of the chicken mixture.
- Using a butter knife or skewer, gently swirl the cream cheese into the chicken mixture to create a marbled effect.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and edges are slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Soften cream cheese before use for easy swirling; microwave for 15 seconds if needed. Adjust hot sauce to taste to control heat level. Avoid overbaking to prevent drying out. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 12
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