If you’re like me, you’ve probably tried to make Buffalo Chicken Dip a few times and ended up with that oily mess on top that just never feels right.
It’s frustrating because the flavors are great, but no one wants a dip that separates, making it look unappetizing and leaving a greasy orange puddle on your plate!
I struggled with that for a while, too—until I found the perfect method that created the creamiest, smoothest, and most flavorful dip ever.
With just a few tweaks and the magic of a slow cooker, I’ve found the secret to making sure your Buffalo Chicken Dip is perfectly creamy every single time.
And trust me, this recipe is going to be a crowd favorite at your next party!
Key Takeaways
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Main Ingredients: Cream cheese, blue cheese dressing, hot sauce, crumbled blue cheese, and shredded chicken
- Servings: 8
- Extras: Serve with tortilla chips, rice, in sliders, stuffed in bell peppers, or baked on pizza.
- Tip: Adding the chicken in last helps maintain a perfectly creamy texture and prevents separation.
Perfectly Creamy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip will be the most sought after food item at your Super Bowl party for sure!
Sure, there might be other Buffalo Chicken Dip Crock Pot recipes out there, but there are a couple of things that make this one absolutely perfectly creamy, spicy, and tangy.
I’ve tried too many slow cooker buffalo chicken dip recipes that have a layer or pockets of that orange-colored oily liquid floating around. This is because the ingredients have either separated or never fully combined in the first place.
And that’s not right for a dip, right? You don’t want that orange oily liquid dripping on your clothes!
But this recipe had NONE of that. Here’s why – the blue cheese dressing contains emulsifiers that help the dip become smooth and perfectly creamy.
My secret is two-fold to get this dip to taste just like Buffalo chicken wings!
First, it does have blue cheese dressing in it. Now, I don’t even like blue cheese dressing (huge fan of crumbled blue cheese). But it works GREAT in this!
But to make sure we get that perfectly creamy texture, be sure to add the chicken last. While this might seem like an extra step, it’s not too hard at all.
While the cream cheese, hot sauce, blue cheese, and dressing are slow-cooking, boil 2-3 chicken breasts in a pot of water.
After about 40 minutes, you can remove the chicken breasts from the water and shred them (I use my standing mixer to do this step; it saves me a lot of time, and I don’t have to wait for the chicken to cool).
While you could use rotisserie chicken or canned chicken, I find that boiling chicken breasts fresh and then shredding them gives the best texture for this dip.
Open the slow cooker and whisk the cream cheese, hot sauce, blue cheese, and dressing until super smooth. Then add the chicken and mix until it’s coated.
Could you make this simply in a pan on the stovetop? Sure! But the slow cooker works best because it doesn’t get too hot, and after it’s done, just turn it down to the warm setting and take to the party!
The only thing left to do is cut up some celery sticks, grab a bag of tortilla chips, and DIG IN!
It’s honestly one of the easiest dips I’ve ever made, and it’s always a hit at family dinners or game-day parties.
Ingredients
- 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese
- 1 cup blue-cheese salad dressing
- 1 cup hot sauce
- 1 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 4 cups shredded cooked chicken
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the slow cooker except for the chicken.
- Turn on the Low setting and cover.
- While the cheese/dressing mixture is in the slow cooker, boil about 3 chicken breasts for 40 minutes.
- Shred the chicken once fully cooked.
- Using a whisk, mix the cheese/hot sauce/dressing mixture in the slow cooker until smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir until completely mixed in.
- Change the slow cooker setting to Warm and enjoy!
Notes
*Add extra hot sauce or a dash of cayenne pepper to crank up the heat.
Nutrition
Serving Suggestions
This easy Buffalo Chicken Dip is so versatile that you can serve it in many different ways to suit any occasion, whether you’re throwing a party or preparing a cozy dinner for the family.
Here are some fun, creative ways to serve it:
The most common and crowd-pleasing way to serve Buffalo Chicken Dip is with tortilla chips. The crunch from the chips perfectly complements the creamy dip. Who can resist a good chip?
For a more substantial meal, serve the dip over a bed of fluffy white rice or even brown rice. It becomes like a lazy, slightly spicy casserole, and it’s a great way to serve for dinner or use up leftovers.
Turn the dip into sliders by stuffing it into soft, sweet Hawaiian rolls. This makes for a great appetizer that’s easy to grab at parties or makes mini-sliders to have for dinner.
But trust me, I can keep going with ideas:
Hollow out some bell peppers and stuff them with the dip for a fun twist on stuffed peppers. Bake the stuffed peppers until they’re tender, and you’ll have a warm, cheesy dish that feels like a full meal.
Spread a layer of the dip on a pizza crust, top it with mozzarella or cheddar cheese, and bake until golden. It’s a fun way to use leftovers and makes for an easy Buffalo chicken pizza.
Scoop some of this chicken wing dip into crescent roll dough, roll it up, and bake for cheesy Buffalo Chicken crescent bites. They’re something different for parties, but also fun dinner ideas for the kids!
Spread some dip between two tortillas and grill it on the stove to make Buffalo Chicken Dip quesadillas. It’s a fun, handheld way to enjoy the dip and makes a great snack or meal.
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FAQs
Why is my Buffalo Chicken Dip greasy?
If your dip has a layer of orange oil on top, it’s likely that the ingredients didn’t combine properly.
Make sure to whisk the mixture well after the cheese has softened to emulsify everything together.
Using blue cheese dressing helps prevent separation due to its emulsifying properties.
How can I serve Buffalo Chicken Dip for dinner?
To turn Buffalo Chicken Dip into a full dinner, you can serve it over rice or stuffed inside baked potatoes.
For a lighter option, try serving it inside bell peppers or as a quesadilla filling with a side salad.
These options take the dip from party food to a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
Adding a few sides, like roasted veggies or a light green salad, can help balance the richness of the dip while making it feel more like a complete dinner.
Can I use store-bought rotisserie chicken instead of boiling my own?
Absolutely! If you’re short on time, using shredded rotisserie chicken is a great option.
Just shred it and add it to the mixture once the cheese and hot sauce have combined.
How spicy is this dip?
The level of heat can be adjusted depending on how much hot sauce you add. You can also choose milder or spicier hot sauces to match your preference.
For a family-friendly version, use less hot sauce or mix in some ranch dressing or shredded cheddar cheese to cut the heat down.
I’ve also gotten store-bought Buffalo sauce, and it’s pretty mild if you want something easy and without much heat. Then, you can skip the hot sauce and prepare as usual.
How can I make Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip in the oven?
If you prefer to make this dip in the oven rather than in the slow cooker, it’s easy to adapt.
Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, hot sauce, blue cheese dressing, and crumbled blue cheese until smooth.
Stir in the shredded chicken, then spread the mixture into a baking dish. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
You can broil it for the last 2-3 minutes to get a golden brown, slightly crispy top.
Final Thoughts
This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip is one of those recipes that you can whip up with very little effort, but it tastes like you spent hours on it.
Whether you’re serving it as a casual meal over rice or stuffing it into sliders for a party, it’s guaranteed to be a hit.
Plus, it’s budget-friendly, using simple ingredients you probably already have at home.
So, next time you’re looking for an easy appetizer or even a warm, hearty dinner, give this creamy, flavorful dip a try—you won’t be disappointed!
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I can’t stand blue cheese. Would ranch dressing have the same emulsifiers as the blue cheese?
Thanks for the recipe!
Yup 🙂 That would work just fine and give it a nice tang.
Great!
Thanks. My normal Buffalo chicken dip recipe calls fro ranch dressing, and we like that flavor. But, to be able to make it in a slow cooker . . . Genius! Thanks so much!