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Easy Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cream Cheese

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This creamy, spicy, and tangy buffalo chicken dip comes together with just four ingredients and a slow cooker. Perfect for game day, parties, or any gathering, it’s a set-it-and-forget-it recipe that disappears before halftime.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (canned chunk chicken breast in water, drained, or leftover rotisserie chicken)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep your chicken: If using canned chicken, drain well and shred with a fork. If using rotisserie chicken, remove skin and bones, then shred. You want about 2 cups of shredded chicken.
  2. Soften the cream cheese: Take cream cheese out of fridge 20 minutes before starting. Cut into cubes for faster melting. If forgotten, microwave in 10-second bursts until soft but not melted.
  3. Combine the base: In your crockpot, add shredded chicken, cubed cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, and butter. Stir to combine as best you can.
  4. Add the cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar cheese. Reserve about 1/4 cup for topping later if desired.
  5. Cook on low: Cover and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours. Stir every 30-45 minutes, especially during the first hour, to help cream cheese melt and incorporate. For a quicker option, cook on high for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring more frequently.
  6. Check the consistency: After about 2 hours, stir well. Dip should be smooth, creamy, and well-combined. If too thick, add a splash of milk or extra ranch dressing.
  7. Finish and garnish: Switch crockpot to warm. Sprinkle reserved cheddar cheese on top, along with crumbled blue cheese if using. Let sit 5-10 minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions or fresh chives if desired.
  8. Serve immediately: Keep crockpot on warm while serving. Stir occasionally to maintain texture.

Notes

For best results, let cream cheese soften before adding. Stir every 30 minutes during cooking. Adjust spice level by varying buffalo sauce amount. Keep dip on warm for up to 4 hours. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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