Super Bowl Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe | Spicy Cream Cheese Chicken Dip for Game Day
This Super Bowl Buffalo Chicken Dip is the ultimate party appetizer—creamy, spicy, and loaded with bold flavor. Shredded chicken is mixed with tangy buffalo sauce, cream cheese, ranch dressing, and melty cheddar, then baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for scooping with chips, veggies, or crackers, this dip is a guaranteed touchdown at any game-day gathering. Quick to prep and impossible to resist, it’s the MVP of your Super Bowl spread.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish or slow cooker
- Saucepan (for stovetop method)
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 2–3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- ½ cup buffalo wing sauce
- ½ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 to 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or mozzarella)
Optional Add-ins:
- Blue cheese crumbles
- Sliced green onions
- Diced jalapeños
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Cayenne pepper or extra hot sauce
- Celery sticks, crackers, tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
Oven Method:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, dressing, and shredded cheese.Spread mixture into a baking dish.Bake for 15–20 minutes until hot and bubbly.Stir gently and top with blue cheese and green onions.Serve warm with chips or veggies.
Slow Cooker Method:
- Add all ingredients to slow cooker.Cook on high for 1 hour or low for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally.Switch to “warm” setting and serve directly from the slow cooker.
Stovetop Method:
- Melt cream cheese and buffalo sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.Stir in chicken, dressing, and shredded cheese.Heat until smooth and creamy.Transfer to serving dish and garnish.
Notes
- Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Reheat gently in oven or microwave until bubbly.
- Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freeze in portions for future game days.
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing.
- Try smoked gouda or pepper jack for a unique cheese twist.
- Stir halfway through cooking to ensure even melting.