Layered Buffalo Chicken Dip

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Buffalo Chicken Dip is my go to appetizer. Its oven baked with layered creamy and cheesy perfection. You’ll only need 5 ingredients including rotisserie chicken and cream cheese.

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• Ingredients
• Mix In’s and Swaps 
• How To Serve 
• Step By Step Instructions and Photos
• Layered Buffalo Chicken Dip

I love recipe testing buffalo chicken dips, this time I decided to make a layered version. 

The bottom layer is cream cheese, the second layer is creamy buffalo chicken and the top is gooey cheese. Yum. 

Overall dips are my favorite appetizers to serve for game days, parties, and holidays. They are so easy to make and can easily feed a crowd. 

This recipe can be made ahead or prepped the night before the big day, it takes just 30 minutes to bake. 

Ingredients

Cooked Chicken - A store-bought rotisserie or homemade cooked chicken is the easiest way to go. Remove the skin and shred or cut it into chunks. 

Cream Cheese- Full fat is best, but low fat can be used in a pinch.

Cheese- Cheddar or Colby jack are recommend. Add mozzarella for extra cheese pull. 

Sauces - Ranch dressing and Buffalo sauce. You can use your favorite store bought but I love to use homemade versions.

Check out these delicious homemade Restaurant Style Buffalo Sauce and Ranch Dressing recipes. 

Rotisserie Chicken

I like to add rotisserie chicken to creamy dips. You can find it at most grocery stores and membership clubs. 

It’s a great shortcut and makes the dip so filling and satisfying. One chicken can be added to bulk up 2-3 recipes depending on the size. 

Check out these Jalapeño Popper Chicken Dip, Elote Corn Dip, and 2 Ingredients White Queso. 

Mix In’s and Swaps 

If you like to add even more flavor or want to change up a few ingredients, check out these delicious options. 

• Plain Yogurt 
• Mascarpone
• Onion Powder
• Smoke Paprika 
• Cayenne Pepper  
• White Pepper
• Mustard 
• Sriracha
• Hot Sauce
• Canned Green Chillies
• Roasted Red Peppers
• Green Onions 
• Parsley
• Chives
• Chopped Red Onion  
• Rotel 
• Blue Cheese Crumbles 
• American Cheese 
• Parmesan Cheese
• Mozzarella Cheese
• Mexican Blend Cheeses
• Fully Cooked Bacon  
• Smoked Sausage
• Chorizo
• Italian Sausage
• Seasoned Ground Beef 

How To Serve 

Creamy and cheesy dips can be served with so many foods. Check out these popular options.

• Tortilla Chips
• Pita Chips 
• Potato Chips
• Mini Southern Style Biscuits 
• Carrots
• Celery
• Mini Peppers
• Sliced Bell Peppers
• Cucumbers
• Broccoli 
• Sliced French Bread or Baguettes
• Bread Sticks
• Mini Pretzel Bites
• Crackers
• Bagel Chips
• Thin Pretzels
• Corn Chips  
• Serve over pasta, rice, or green salad

Leftovers & Storage 

Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container for up to a 3-4 days in the refrigerator. 

You can freeze the dip but during thawing the texture may change a bit, because of the dairy-based ingredients.  

Step By Step Instructions and Photos

1. Preheat oven or smoker to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Add the softened cream cheese to the baking dish.

3. Spread into an even layer. Set aside.

4. In a mixing bowl add chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.

5. Mix until well combined.

6. Place chicken mixture onto the cream cheese and spread evenly.

7. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese.

8. Place uncovered into the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. Bake until the cheese has melted and the dip is bubbly.

9. Carefully remove from the oven and top with green onions. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables. Enjoy.