Why Make This Recipe
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip is a fantastic dish for gatherings or game day. It’s creamy, tangy, and has just the right amount of heat from the Buffalo sauce. This dip is easy to prepare and takes only a few steps. Plus, it keeps everyone coming back for more.
How to Make Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Making Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip is super simple. Just follow these easy steps, and you’ll have a delicious dip ready to serve.
Ingredients:
- Chicken breast
- Cream cheese
- Buffalo sauce
- Ranch dressing
- Shredded cheese
Directions:
- Place the chicken breast in the slow cooker.
- Add the cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir to combine everything.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top and let it melt.
- Serve warm from the slow cooker.
How to Serve Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Serve Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or carrot sticks. It’s a perfect snack for parties or family gatherings. You can also put it in a tortilla for a tasty wrap.
How to Store Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
If you have leftovers, let the dip cool down and transfer it into an airtight container. Store it in the fridge for up to three days. When you’re ready to eat it again, just reheat it in the microwave or in the slow cooker.
Tips to Make Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Make sure to use a full-fat cream cheese for the best creamy texture.
- Adjust the amount of Buffalo sauce to your heat preference.
- For extra flavor, add some chopped green onions or celery on top before serving.
Variation
You can add some diced jalapeños for extra heat or switch out the ranch dressing for blue cheese dressing for a different taste.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen chicken breast?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken breast. Just add some extra cooking time.
2. Can I make this dip ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dip a day ahead and store it in the fridge. Just reheat it before serving.
3. What can I use instead of ranch dressing?
You can use blue cheese dressing or even homemade ranch for a different flavor.
Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Chicken breast Raw, boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 8 oz Cream cheese Full-fat for best texture
- 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce Adjust to taste for heat preference
- 1/2 cup Ranch dressing Can substitute with blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup Shredded cheese For topping, use your favorite blend
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breast in the slow cooker.
- Add the cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken with two forks and stir to combine everything.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top and let it melt.
- Serve warm from the slow cooker.
