Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for game days, parties, or any gathering. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and melted cheese, this slow-cooked dip is easy to prepare and always a crowd favorite. Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies for an irresistible snack!
Equipment
- Slow cooker (Crockpot)
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula or spoon
- Cheese grater (if using fresh cheese)
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie or boiled
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup buffalo sauce Frank’s RedHot recommended
- 1 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
- Optional for Serving:
- Tortilla chips
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
- Crackers
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Shred cooked chicken and place it in a large bowl. If using rotisserie chicken, remove the skin and shred the meat with two forks.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- In the slow cooker, add cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine.
- Add the Chicken and Cheese:
- Add shredded chicken, 1 ½ cups of cheddar cheese, and all of the mozzarella cheese. Mix everything until well combined.
- Cook the Dip:
- Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or high for 1 hour, stirring occasionally until everything is melted and combined.
- Add the Final Cheese Layer:
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese on top and cover for another 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Stir the dip well, then garnish with chopped green onions or parsley. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
Notes
Make Ahead: You can mix all the ingredients ahead of time and refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve, just cook in the Crockpot.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or slow cooker.
Spicy Level: Adjust the buffalo sauce amount to control the spice. Add extra hot sauce for more heat!
Cheese Variations: Try using pepper jack or blue cheese crumbles for extra flavor.
Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free cream cheese, ranch, and shredded cheese alternatives.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or slow cooker.
Spicy Level: Adjust the buffalo sauce amount to control the spice. Add extra hot sauce for more heat!
Cheese Variations: Try using pepper jack or blue cheese crumbles for extra flavor.
Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free cream cheese, ranch, and shredded cheese alternatives.