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Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip for Crock-Pot

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6 reviews
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip for Crock-Pot
Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip for Crock-Pot
190min Total Time
8 people Servings
Easy Difficulty
Budget Cost
385 kcal Calories

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Ingredients

8
  • 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cup buffalo wing sauce (like Frank's RedHot)
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/4 cup finely diced green onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1

Place softened cream cheese in the bottom of the crock-pot

2

Add shredded chicken on top of cream cheese

3

Pour buffalo sauce and ranch dressing over the chicken

4

Add shredded cheddar cheese, blue cheese, celery, and green onions

5

Sprinkle with garlic powder and black pepper

6

Cover and cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 1.5-2 hours

7

Stir well every hour to combine ingredients and prevent sticking

8

Once everything is hot and melted, stir until completely combined

9

Switch to WARM setting for serving at parties

10

Garnish with additional green onions if desired

Troubleshooting

If dip is too thick, stir in a little milk or ranch dressing
If dip is too thin, add more shredded cheese
If cream cheese is lumpy, let it soften more and stir well
If dip is too spicy, add more ranch dressing to cool it down
If dip is separating, reduce heat and stir frequently

Recipe Variations

BBQ Chicken Dip: Use BBQ sauce instead of buffalo sauce Mexican Style: Add taco seasoning and use Mexican cheese blend Ranch-Only Version: Skip the buffalo sauce for milder taste Blue Cheese Lover's: Double the blue cheese amount Spicy Version: Add diced jalapeos and cayenne pepper

Serving Suggestions

Serve with celery and carrot sticks for dipping Offer tortilla chips or crackers on the side Provide sliced baguette or crusty bread Garnish with extra blue cheese crumbles and green onions Keep warm in crock-pot during serving

Nutrition Facts

385
Calories
22g
Protein
3g
Carbs
32g
Fat

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Not softening cream cheese before starting Cooking on too high heat causing dairy to separate Forgetting to stir occasionally during cooking Using cold ingredients which extend cooking time Adding too much liquid making dip runny

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use canned chicken?

Yes, but fresh or rotisserie chicken provides better texture and flavor.

How spicy is this dip?

Medium spicy, but you can adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to taste.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes, assemble ingredients up to 24 hours ahead and cook when needed.

What if I don't like blue cheese?

You can omit it or replace with extra cheddar cheese.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, just ensure your crock-pot is large enough and adjust cooking time slightly.

How do I prevent the dip from burning?

Stir occasionally and keep on LOW or WARM setting while serving.

Can I use different hot sauces?

Yes, any buffalo-style hot sauce works well.

Is this dip gluten-free?

Yes, but verify all ingredients are certified gluten-free if needed.

How many people does this serve?

Serves 8-10 as an appetizer.

Can I transport this in the crock-pot?

Yes, just secure the lid and reheat when you arrive.

Reviews

Victoria R.
Mar 15, 2026
Perfect party dip! Everyone asked for the recipe.
Marcus L.
Mar 7, 2026
Great flavor but a bit too spicy for my kids.
Natasha P.
Mar 12, 2026
Made this for game day and it disappeared in minutes!
Xavier B.
Feb 27, 2026
Best buffalo chicken dip I've ever made. So creamy!
Yuki T.
Mar 23, 2026
Love how easy this is in the crock-pot.
Zara M.
Mar 9, 2026
Amazing recipe! The blue cheese really makes it special.
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