Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (adjust based on spice preference)
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Mix Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing until smooth.
Step 3: Add Chicken and Cheese
- Stir in the shredded chicken and half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture.
Step 4: Bake
- Transfer the dip mixture into a baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top.
- Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
Step 5: Serve
- Garnish the hot dip with chopped green onions if desired.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or your choice of dippers.
Variations
- Blue Cheese: Swap out ranch dressing for blue cheese dressing and add crumbled blue cheese on top for a tangier flavor.
- Extra Spicy: Incorporate diced jalapeños or increase the buffalo sauce for a hotter version.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing to achieve a smooth and even consistency.
Serving Suggestions
This dip is perfect for serving at parties or during football games. It pairs wonderfully with a cold beer or a crisp white wine for the adults in the room.
Tips
- Shredded Chicken: Use a rotisserie chicken for convenience and shred it finely to distribute it evenly throughout the dip.
- Creaminess: For an extra creamy dip, add a splash of milk or extra ranch dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 200 per serving (1/4 cup)
- Sodium: 500 mg per serving
- Protein: 7 g per serving