Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Easy Homemade with Crispy Tortilla Chips
A quick and easy creamy buffalo chicken dip that combines tangy buffalo sauce, cream cheese, shredded chicken, and melty cheeses, served with crispy homemade tortilla chips. Perfect for game days, casual parties, or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups (300g) shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken recommended)
- 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120ml) buffalo hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
- ½ cup (120ml) ranch dressing
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (50g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 10 small corn tortillas, cut into wedges for homemade crispy tortilla chips (or store-bought tortilla chips)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the tortilla chips: Cut 10 small corn tortillas into 6 wedges each. Spread them in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly brush or spray with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- In a medium bowl, beat 8 oz (225g) softened cream cheese with ½ cup (120ml) buffalo hot sauce using a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and fully combined.
- Add ½ cup (120ml) ranch dressing and mix thoroughly.
- Fold in shredded chicken, 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar, ½ cup (50g) shredded mozzarella, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste and stir until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart (950ml) oven-safe dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden around the edges.
- Serve immediately with the crispy tortilla chips. Reheat gently if needed.
Notes
Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before mixing to avoid lumps. For extra melty top, sprinkle additional cheddar cheese before baking. Stir halfway through baking to keep dip creamy and prevent drying. Use pre-shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience. Homemade tortilla chips can be baked or air fried for extra crispiness. For dairy-free or vegan versions, substitute cream cheese, ranch, and shredded cheese with plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ¼ cup dip with
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 15
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