May 9, 2022
Review RecipeCrockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
This easy crockpot buffalo chicken dip is full of spicy buffalo flavor and the perfect easy appetizer for your next party. It's sure to be a crowd favorite!
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This easy crockpot buffalo chicken dip has taken the best parts of buffalo chicken wings and turned them into an out-of-this-world dip. In this hot dip recipe, the melding of cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, and chicken does something wonderful in your mouth that is almost irresistible.
I’m also positive you should try this cream cheese dip — it’s a delicious dip as well. For another great appetizer, try these cucumber bites.
Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Ingredients
You’ll need:
- Frozen chicken breasts, minimum of 3 breasts
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup Red Hot sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
PRO TIP:
I like it best using freshly cooked chicken, but when you’re in a real hurry rotisserie chicken, leftover shredded chicken or canned chicken might be your top choice for this appetizer recipe.
SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS
HEAT: To make this buffalo dip spicier, add more Red Hot sauce; or to make it less spicy, just add less!
CHEESE: You could also substitute other kinds of cheese such as Monterrey Jack or mozzarella cheese for the shredded cheddar in this cheesy dip. You could also serve this perfect appetizer with blue cheese as well!
RANCH: If you prefer, you can use sour cream in place of the ranch dressing and mix in dry ranch mix to make this easy buffalo chicken dip
How To Make This Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
STEP ONE: Using a large pan, place frozen chicken breasts inside. Cover with water and boil on high heat for about 20 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked — absolutely no pink!
STEP TWO: In a large bowl or directly in the crockpot, mix the package of cream cheese, ranch dressing, Red Hot sauce, and shredded cheese.
PRO TIP:
It’s best to shred the cheese yourself, store-bought shredded cheese has a coating that means it doesn’t melt quite as well.
STEP THREE: When the chicken is fully cooked, shred with a fork and toss into the bowl or crockpot with other ingredients.
STEP FOUR: Heat in a crockpot on low for about thirty minutes and you’ll have the yummiest creamy buffalo chicken dip!
How To Serve
Game day just got even better with this spicy chicken dip. There are plenty of things you can dip. Veggies such as carrot sticks, cucumbers, and celery sticks are my top choices but you can’t go wrong with adding red and green bell peppers too. Tortilla chips, buttery crackers, or baguettes are a hands-down favorite carb for dipping. Breadsticks or pitas are additional options to serve with this delicious appetizer!
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Storage
IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftovers of this slow cooker chicken dip in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.
IN THE FREEZER: We don’t recommend freezing this creamy dip as all the creamy components may separate when thawed.
Spicy with the perfect amount of heat, you’ll love this simple, homemade slow cooker buffalo chicken dip at your next gathering! It’s creamy and cheesy with just the right amount of heat.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I store this dip?
This easy recipe should be stored in the fridge. It will keep for up to three days in an airtight container.
Can I bake this dip instead?
This easy dip recipe can be baked in the oven too. Check out our recipe for baked buffalo chicken dip.
Can I use a different flavor of hot sauce?
Any type of hot sauce that you would like to use will work in this cheesy dip.
Can I cook the chicken in the crockpot instead of just heating everything?
You could make the entire recipe in the crockpot. Cook the chicken on low for about 5 or until it is cooked through and easy to shred. Then add all your other ingredients, set to low for 30 minutes to heat and you are all set.
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Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
This easy crockpot buffalo chicken dip is full of spicy buffalo flavor and the perfect easy appetizer for your next party. It's sure to be a crowd favorite!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 10
Ingredients
- 3 frozen chicken breasts
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup Red Hot sauce
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Using a large pan, place frozen chicken breasts inside. Cover with water and boil on high about 20 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked (absolutely NO pink!).
- In a large bowl/crock pot, mix 1 package cream cheese, ranch dressing, Red Hot sauce and cheddar cheese.
- When chicken is fully cooked, shred with a fork and toss into bowl/crockpot with other ingredients.
- Heat in a crock pot on low for about thirty minutes and you’ll have the yummiest dip!
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Notes
- I like it best using freshly cooked chicken, but when you’re in a real hurry rotisserie chicken, leftover shredded chicken or canned chicken might be your top choice for this appetizer recipe.
- It’s best to shred the cheese yourself, store-bought shredded cheese has a coating that means it doesn’t melt quite as well.
Nutrition
Sodium: 1220mg | Calcium: 115mg | Vitamin C: 2mg | Vitamin A: 447IU | Sugar: 1g | Fiber: 1g | Potassium: 308mg | Cholesterol: 88mg | Calories: 317kcal | Trans Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Fat: 26g | Protein: 19g | Carbohydrates: 3g | Iron: 1mg
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Comments
Kyle says
I accidentally added mayonnaise and what a happy accident! Great recipe with or without mistakenly added mayo
Shawn says
Do you heat this on high or low in the crockpot?
Layne Kangas says
I do mine on low! Enjoy!
Janie McDonald says
Fast, easy and yummy!!!
Crissy says
Can you dump everything in the crockpot (frozen chicken and all) and cook for 6-8 hours?
Layne Kangas says
Yes, that should work!
Dana says
Is it ok to use shredded roasted chicken?
Layne Kangas says
Yes!! Enjoy 🙂
Sandy says
Can I just bake it? How long? What temp?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Sandy – we have this oven-baked version if you’d like to try that. Enjoy!