Buffalo Chicken Dip

Name: Buffalo Chicken Dip (Baked Skillet)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb total); salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 8 oz cream cheese; 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce; 1/3 cup ranch dressing; 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese; 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 2 tbsp chopped green onions, for garnish; 1 tbsp buffalo wing sauce, for garnish; Tortilla chips, for serving

Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer baked in a skillet until hot and bubbly, combining shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and melted Colby Jack and mozzarella cheese.

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Total

40 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$22–$36

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

2 chicken breasts (about 1 lb total)
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
8 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
1/3 cup ranch dressing
1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
2 tbsp chopped green onions, for garnishoptional
1 tbsp buffalo wing sauce, for garnishoptional
Tortilla chips, for serving

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Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook them in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through.
3
Transfer the cooked chicken to a mixing bowl and shred it using a hand mixer.
4
In an oven-safe skillet or baking dish, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, 1/2 cup buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, shredded Colby Jack cheese, and 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
5
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is hot.
6
Remove from the oven and stir everything together until well combined.
7
Top the dip with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
8
Return to the oven and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese on top is fully melted and bubbly.
9
Garnish with a drizzle of extra buffalo sauce and chopped green onions.
10
Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Shred chicken while still warm after cooking—it pulls apart more easily and creates a better texture in the dip.
Mix cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing together before adding to the skillet to ensure even seasoning throughout.
Reserve 1 cup of mozzarella to sprinkle on top before baking for a golden, bubbly surface.
Bake just until bubbly at the edges; overbaking can cause the cream cheese to separate slightly.

Substitutions

Ranch dressing → blue cheese dressing or crumbled blue cheese mixed with mayo (for tangier flavor)
Colby Jack → sharp cheddar or Monterey Jack (adjust color and intensity to taste)
Mozzarella → provolone or Gruyère (for deeper, nuttier cheese profile)

Storage & make-ahead

Store cooled dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes or in a microwave until warm.

Equipment

skillet (cast iron or oven-safe preferred)

Common Questions

Can I make buffalo chicken dip ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the dip in the skillet, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Bake from cold, adding 5–10 extra minutes until heated through.

How do I shred the chicken?

Cook the chicken breasts until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then use two forks or a hand mixer to shred while still warm for easier separation.