Hot Buffalo Chicken Dip
A flavorful and creamy dip that combines the classic buffalo chicken wing flavors, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Dressing Base
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise (whole egg, Hellman’s and S&W recommended)
- 1/3 cup sour cream (full fat)
- 1/3 cup buttermilk
- 2 1/2 tbsp parsley (preferably curly, very finely minced)
- 2 tsp fresh dill (finely minced)
- 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar (or more lemon)
- 1/2 tsp lemon juice (or more cider vinegar)
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Frank’s Red Hot sauce
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 250 g cream cheese (cut into 8 cubes)
- 2 1/2 cups colby cheese (shredded)
- 1 1/4 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup green onion (finely sliced) Extra green onion for garnish
Serving Suggestions
- Corn chips, crackers, crostini, vegetable sticks (especially celery)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 180°C/350°F.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, parsley, dill, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and garlic powder. Set aside for 10 minutes to let the flavors develop.
Cooking
- Transfer the ranch dressing mixture to a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add cream cheese, hot sauce, and black pepper. Stir until the cream cheese melts and the mixture becomes smooth and well-combined.
- In a large bowl, transfer the hot cream mixture. Add shredded chicken, 3/4 of the cheese (reserve the rest for topping), and green onion. Mix well until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a 6-cup/1.5L casserole dish and top with the remaining cheese. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden. For more browning, you can turn on the broiler for the last few minutes.
Serving
- Garnish with reserved green onion and enjoy with corn chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks for a lighter option.
Notes
For an extra kick, add more hot sauce according to your spice preference. Shred your own cheese for a creamier texture. Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and extra flavor. You can customize this recipe by adding blue cheese or substituting ranch dressing.