Buffalo Chicken Dip Bread Bowl
A cozy, creamy, and spicy buffalo chicken dip baked inside a crusty bread bowl, perfect for quick party snacks and casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works wonderfully)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 large round sourdough loaf or crusty bread boule (about 8 inches diameter)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut the top off the sourdough loaf about 1 to 1.5 inches from the top to create a lid. Carefully hollow out the inside, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell to hold the dip without leaking. Save the bread chunks for dipping later.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese until the mixture is thick but spreadable.
- Spoon the dip mixture evenly inside the hollowed bread bowl, pressing gently to pack it in without spilling over.
- Replace the bread lid loosely on top or bake uncovered to get a cheesy crust. Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet or in an oven-safe dish to catch any drips.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the dip is bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden.
- Let the bread bowl cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with reserved bread chunks or crisp vegetables for dipping.
Notes
Use pre-cooked shredded rotisserie chicken to save time. Soften cream cheese well to avoid lumps. Adjust buffalo sauce to taste for desired spice level. If dip is too thick before baking, add a splash of milk to loosen. Watch bread closely near end of baking to avoid over-hardening. For gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread boule. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and dairy-free shredded cheeses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 18
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