Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip
Smoky, creamy, and loaded with bold buffalo flavor, this Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip is your new go-to for game days, potlucks, or anytime snacking. Make it in the smoker, oven, or slow cooker. it’s rich, cheesy, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- - 2 cups shredded chicken smoked, rotisserie, or cooked
- - 1 cup full-fat cream cheese softened
- - ½ cup full-fat sour cream
- - 1 cup buffalo sauce like Frank’s RedHot
- - 1 oz ranch seasoning packet
- - ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- - ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- - ¼ cup chopped green onions for garnish
- - Optional: ½ tsp liquid smoke if not using a smoker
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 300°F (or oven if using the bake method).
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, cheddar, and shredded chicken until well combined.
- Spoon mixture into a cast iron skillet or oven-safe dish.
- Top with shredded mozzarella.
- Smoke uncovered for 60 minutes until bubbly. (Bake for 20 minutes if using the oven; slow cook on low for 3 hours with lid slightly open.)
- Remove and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve hot with chips, veggies, or bread.
Notes
- Soften the cream cheese ahead of time for a smoother blend.
- Add liquid smoke if you're not using a smoker.
- Keep dip warm in a slow cooker on "warm" for parties.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.