Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip (Printable)

Creamy, spicy buffalo chicken with melted cheeses in a slow cooker. Ready in hours.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast (rotisserie or poached)

→ Dairy

02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup ranch dressing
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Sauces & Flavorings

06 - 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (such as Franks RedHot)

→ Optional Toppings

07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
08 - 1 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese

# Steps:

01 - Place the shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese into the crockpot.
02 - Stir everything together until well combined.
03 - Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours, stirring once halfway through, until the dip is hot and bubbly.
04 - Stir well before serving.
05 - Sprinkle chives or green onions and blue cheese on top, if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or carrot sticks.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting while you handle other party prep
  • That perfect balance of tangy heat and creamy comfort that keeps people coming back for thirds
02 -
  • The dip can hold on warm for up to 2 hours, making it perfect for parties where guests graze over time
  • Stirring halfway through is non negotiable unless you want a layer of separated cheese on top
03 -
  • If the dip seems too thick after cooking, stir in a splash more ranch or even a little milk to reach your desired consistency
  • Low and slow is the way to go, high heat will cause the dairy to separate and get grainy