Cheesy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Make irresistible Buffalo Chicken Dip in your slow cooker. Perfect for parties, game days, and easy entertaining!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded from rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken breasts
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce such as Frank's RedHot Original
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish optional
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Ensure your chicken is cooked and shredded. If using raw chicken breasts, you can cook them directly in the slow cooker with a little broth until easily shredded, then drain thoroughly. For best flavor and texture, aim for finely shredded chicken that can easily blend into the creamy base.
- Combine Ingredients: In your slow cooker, add the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese (cut into cubes for faster melting), buffalo sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing, and half of the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Stir everything together until well combined. This initial mix ensures all components are evenly distributed for consistent flavor.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the cheeses are fully melted and the dip is hot and bubbly. Stir halfway through cooking to ensure even melting and distribution of flavors.
- Continuation of Cooking: A common question is, "Can you cook buffalo chicken dip on high in a slow cooker?" While technically possible for about 1 hour, cooking on LOW is generally recommended to prevent scorching, avoid separation of the dairy components, and ensure a smoother, more evenly heated dip without drying out the edges. High heat can sometimes lead to a slightly grainy texture.
- Add Remaining Cheese: Once fully melted and hot, give the dip another good stir. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top. Recover the slow cooker and cook for another 15-30 minutes, or until the cheese on top is beautifully melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish your hot and delicious Buffalo Chicken Dip with freshly sliced green onions for a pop of color and mild onion flavor. Serve immediately with your favorite array of dippers.
Notes
- To prevent your Buffalo Chicken Dip from becoming oily, make sure to drain any excess liquid from your cooked chicken and avoid using overly greasy shredded cheese varieties. If you find your dip becomes a bit oily, simply dab the surface gently with a paper towel before stirring.
- For an extra kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper or a few drops of hot sauce when mixing. For ultimate creaminess, ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature before adding it to the slow cooker.