Creamy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
A creamy, spicy buffalo chicken dip made effortlessly in a slow cooker, perfect for parties and game nights. This dip balances tangy heat with rich creaminess and is a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 450g) – rotisserie chicken recommended
- 8 oz cream cheese (225g), softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce (120ml) – Frank’s RedHot recommended
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (120ml) – dairy-free option available
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (100g)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (50g)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions or chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Shred about 3 cups (450g) of cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds extra flavor. Set aside.
- Cut the 8 oz (225g) cream cheese into cubes to help it melt evenly in the slow cooker.
- In the slow cooker insert, add the cubed cream cheese, 1/2 cup (120ml) buffalo hot sauce, 1/2 cup (120ml) ranch dressing, 1/2 teaspoon each garlic and onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Stir the shredded chicken into the mixture, ensuring it’s coated well with the sauce and cream cheese.
- Cover and cook on low for 1.5 to 2 hours. Check at 1.5 hours and stir gently. The cream cheese should be fully melted and the dip creamy and hot.
- Once the dip is hot and smooth, stir in 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar and 1/2 cup (50g) shredded mozzarella. Mix until melted, about 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if needed—add a splash more hot sauce for extra spice or a pinch more ranch for creaminess.
- Set the slow cooker to warm until ready to serve. Garnish with sliced green onions or chopped parsley.
Notes
Stir occasionally after the first hour to prevent sticking. Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Pat shredded chicken dry to keep dip thick. Add cheeses at the end to prevent rubbery texture. Avoid opening slow cooker frequently to maintain temperature. If dip thickens too much, add a tablespoon of milk or cream to loosen.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 6
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