Creamy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
A creamy, spicy, and effortless buffalo chicken dip made in a slow cooker, perfect for parties and casual snacking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 1 pound or 450g)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (120ml)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (120ml)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (115g)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (115g)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Optional garnishes: sliced green onions, chopped fresh parsley, extra buffalo sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- If not using pre-shredded rotisserie chicken, cook and shred about 1 pound (450g) of boneless chicken breasts or thighs. Shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks (10-15 minutes).
- Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes to soften.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until well combined and creamy.
- Fold in shredded chicken, shredded cheddar, and shredded mozzarella. Mix gently to distribute evenly.
- Spoon the mixture into your slow cooker, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Cover and cook on low for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring halfway through to ensure even heating.
- Once done, stir the dip to combine any melted cheese on top. Taste and add more buffalo sauce if desired.
- Garnish with sliced green onions or parsley and serve immediately with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or warm pita wedges.
Notes
If the dip is too thick after cooking, stir in a splash of milk or extra ranch dressing to loosen it. Stir halfway through cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even heating. Can be made ahead by refrigerating the mixed ingredients in the slow cooker insert overnight and cooking the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/8 of the rec
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 15
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