Spicy Creamy Buffalo Chicken (Printable)

Creamy spicy chicken with melted cheese, hot sauce, and tangy dressing for flavorful snacking.

# What You Need:

→ Main

01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast (approximately 10.5 oz)
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - ½ cup hot sauce (such as Franks RedHot)
04 - ½ cup ranch dressing
05 - ½ cup blue cheese dressing (optional: replace with ranch)
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 4 oz)
07 - ½ cup crumbled blue cheese (about 2 oz, optional)

→ Topping

08 - ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 2 oz)
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven to 350°F (180°C) to preheat.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, hot sauce, ranch dressing, and blue cheese dressing until smooth.
03 - Incorporate shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and crumbled blue cheese (if using) into the sauce mixture, mixing until evenly distributed.
04 - Spoon the combined mixture into a 1.5 to 2-quart baking dish, spreading evenly.
05 - Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the surface.
06 - Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
08 - Top with chopped chives or green onions if desired, then serve warm accompanied by celery sticks, tortilla chips, or sliced baguette.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes, so you can make it the day of without stress.
  • People actually fight over the last scoop, and that never gets old.
  • The creamy-spicy-tangy balance is addictive in a way that feels indulgent but not heavy.
02 -
  • Cold cream cheese will give you a grainy dip—letting it soften for 15 minutes before mixing is not optional, it's the difference between silky and sad.
  • The dressings matter as much as the hot sauce; they're what keep this from being a spicy puddle and turn it into something balanced and craveable.
03 -
  • Use block cheese and shred it yourself—pre-shredded cheese has anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting and create a slightly grainy texture.
  • If you're feeding a crowd, double the recipe and bake in a larger dish; the bake time stays roughly the same since the dip heats from both the top and edges.
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