Can I make buffalo chicken dip ahead of time?

Absolutely. You can assemble the entire dip a day in advance, cover it tightly, and keep it in the fridge. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time since you'll be starting from a cold state.

What can I use if I don't have an oven?

No oven, no problem. The microwave method works in a pinch. Combine everything in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 60-second intervals, stirring each time, until hot and melted. The texture is slightly less epic, but the flavor is still there.

The spice level is totally in your control. The recipe as written has a mild-to-medium kick. To make it milder, use less buffalo sauce. To make it nuclear, add more. IMO, Frank's is perfectly balanced, but it's your dip, your rules.

Can I freeze buffalo chicken dip?

Technically, yes, but FYI, the texture of the dairy can become a bit grainy upon thawing. It's best enjoyed fresh or refrigerated for a few days.

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Description

Let’s be real. You’re tired of showing up to parties with a bag of chips. This buffalo chicken dip is your secret weapon—zero culinary skill, maximum flavor, and the dish that disappears in 90 seconds. Creamy, tangy, spicy, melty: the snack-table flex that earns you instant social credit.

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie recommended)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Wings Sauce
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and buffalo sauce until smooth.
Fold in shredded chicken, half the cheddar, and half the mozzarella; add blue cheese if using.
Spread mixture into an oven-safe baking dish.
Top with remaining cheddar and mozzarella.
Bake 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.
Rest 5 minutes. Serve with celery sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers.

Notes

Storage: Cool completely, transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat: Microwave in 30-second intervals (stir between) or bake at 350°F until hot and bubbly. Benefits: Budget-friendly crowd-pleaser, customizable spice level, and effortless prep. Common mistakes: Don’t use raw chicken, don’t swap buffalo wing sauce for straight hot sauce, and don’t skip softening the cream cheese. Alternatives: Swap ranch for blue cheese dressing; lighten with Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream cheese; add crispy bacon; slow cooker—combine all ingredients and cook on Low ~2 hours, stirring occasionally. Make-ahead: Assemble up to 1 day in advance; add a few extra baking minutes from cold.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 1/2 cup
Calories: 290
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 70mg

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