What ingredients do I need for Buffalo chicken dip?

I like to keep it simple but flavorful: canned chunk chicken, cream cheese, shredded Colby Jack, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch dressing. That’s it! For dipping, I usually serve tortilla chips, celery, or carrots.

Can I put raw chicken in a crock pot?

For this recipe, I prefer using cooked canned chicken. It melts into the dip perfectly and saves time. Using raw chicken is possible, but you’d need to cook it longer to ensure it’s fully done, which can affect the creamy texture.

Can I prep Buffalo chicken dip ahead of time?

Absolutely. I sometimes mix all the ingredients in the Crock Pot insert, cover, and refrigerate it until I’m ready to cook. When it’s time, I just heat it on LOW until it’s warm and melty — usually 1½ to 2 hours.

How long to heat up Buffalo chicken dip in a crock pot?

From start to finish, I usually heat it on LOW for 1½ to 2 hours in a 3-quart Crock Pot. If I’m using a 6-quart, it tends to be ready in about 1½ hours. I stir it once or twice to make sure the cheese melts evenly.

Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Description

Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, high-protein recipe made with tender chunk chicken, cream cheese, and buffalo sauce. Packed with flavor yet easy to make, it’s a satisfying, weight-loss-friendly snack or appetizer for any gathering.

Ingredients

12.5 oz can chunk chicken breast, drained, Swanson brand recommended

8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature

4 oz finely shredded Colby Jack cheese

1/2 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce, or more for additional spiciness, Sweet Baby Ray’s or Franks Wing Sauce recommended

1/2 cup ranch dressing

For dipping: tortilla chips, carrots, celery

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Instructions

Add chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, wing sauce, and ranch dressing to a 3 quart crock pot, or 6 quart crock pot.

Stir to combine then heat on LOW until hot, 1-1/2 — 2 hours, stirring a couple of times. If you use a 6 quart crock pot, the dip will be hot in about 1-1/2 hours. Serve with dippers.

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 min
Category: Appetizer
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American