This easy game day appetizer combines classic buffalo wing flavors with cool creaminess in an easy dip made in the crockpot. Perfect for any party, serve it up with chips or celery sticks and watch everyone go back for seconds! This is one of my Dip recipes I know you’ll want to keep on hand! Let’s talk appetizers. Party food is, simply
put, the BEST food out there! Probably one of the most quintessential party foods are chicken wings… with buffalo flavor being the most popular. I love a great chicken wing, but sometimes I don’t want all the mess. Most of you have probably had a version of this buffalo chicken dip recipe before… I know I have. At parties, and even on the appetizer menu at many restaurants, it’s quite the popular dip! Now you can make this restaurant quality dip recipe at
home! And it couldn’t be more simple. This recipe has been hanging around on the website since 2018, and has been updated with additional information and photos. The recipe however, remains the same 🙂 This is just an overview; the full ingredients and directions are in the recipe card toward the bottom of this post. You can use either traditional hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot), or buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot buffalo wings). We much prefer the buffalo wing sauce, but of course this is your dip, so use what you love most. Variations of this recipe
FAQ’sWhat’s the best chicken to use for buffalo chicken dip? The best option would be to use a shredded rotisserie chicken (or make your own version of rotisserie chicken at home!). My grocery store even sells them pre-shredded for convenience! Other options would be to cook chicken and shred it yourself, use leftover chicken, or even canned if you don’t have any other other options. Can buffalo chicken dip be frozen? Yes, this dip can be frozen, in a freezer-safe container, for up to 3 months. Thaw, then reheat as desired. However, there could be a little separation of the dairy, so make sure to give everything a good stir before reheating. Making buffalo chicken dip ahead of timeThe great thing about this appetizer is that it can be made ahead of time! Just assemble it, cover, and refrigerate for a day or two. Then heat it up per the recipe, and enjoy! StorageLeftover dip should be refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoyed within 3-5 days. My Favorite Slow Cooker!I had this crockpot for a while now, and I really love how it cooks. The locking lid feature is amazing for taking foods to potlucks or other gatherings! Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @the_chunky_chef on Facebook and Instagram! Servings: 12 servings (hover over # to adjust) This easy game day appetizer combines classic buffalo wing flavors with cool creaminess in an easy dip made in the crockpot.
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The Chunky Chef is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, we recommend running the ingredients through whichever online nutritional calculator you prefer. Calories can vary quite a bit depending on which brands were used. Hey there! I'm Amanda. Wife, mother, photography nerd, and bacon lover! I believe that delicious meals should be easy to make. Now that you’re here, stay a bit, browse a few recipes, and let’s get cookin’! Learn More Reader InteractionsCan buffalo chicken dip be frozen?Can buffalo chicken dip be frozen? It can! To freeze the dip, spread it into a freezer-safe container and cover it tightly with a layer of plastic wrap and a layer of foil or a lid. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
How do I thicken my buffalo chicken dip?How do you thicken Buffalo Chicken Dip? You can try adding more cream cheese, but the fastest way is to make a slurry of cornstarch and stir it in slowly until the mixture thickens up.
Can buffalo chicken be frozen?Freeze for up to three months. When ready to cook, defrost chicken overnight in the refrigerator. Cook recipe according to directions.
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