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Buffalo Crack Chicken Dip

Creamy Buffalo Crack Chicken Dip

Buffalo Crack Chicken Dip is an addictive and creamy appetizer perfect for gatherings, featuring shredded chicken, cheese, and crispy bacon.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 8 oz cream cheese use full-fat for best texture
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese freshly shredded is preferable
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese or pepper jack use pepper jack for spiciness
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise no effective substitution recommended
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions can replace with chives
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce Frank's RedHot is recommended
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced) opt for fresh garlic
  • 8 slices bacon (cooked and chopped) ensure it's crispy

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish
  • Oven
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, ranch seasoning mix, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped green onions, buffalo sauce, and minced garlic. Mix until creamy and well incorporated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and level the surface.
  4. Sprinkle chopped bacon evenly over the top of the dip.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbling, and the bacon is golden brown.
  6. Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving with tortilla chips, crunchy veggies, or warm bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 18gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use full-fat ingredients and allow cream cheese to reach room temperature before mixing. Dip can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator until baking.

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