Creamy Buffalo Chicken Ranch Dip: The Hearty Game Day Delight
By Noah Bennett
Servings
4
The primary ingredient in this recipe is shredded chicken․ Shredded chicken provides both flavor and protein to the dip․ Creamy Buffalo Chicken Ranch Dip is a good choice for parties and other gatherings because it pairs spicy and creamy flavors with cheese․
Made with common ingredients such as cream cheese‚ ranch salad dressing‚ and sharp cheddar cheese‚ this dip recipe does not require ingredients available only at one store․ Using rotisserie chicken in this recipe cuts down on preparation time and adds flavor․
When preparing the dip‚ ways to tell it is done include observing bubbling‚ browning‚ and melting of cheese in the dip․ Recommended dip preparation tips include avoiding common mistakes like not properly softening cream cheese‚ which can make the dip unappealing because it contains pieces of cream cheese․
Serve hot with tortilla chips or other raw vegetable snacks․ Leftovers keep in the refrigerator up to 4 days․ You can reheat leftovers‚ but the flavor and texture of the dip will suffer․
Why you'll love this recipe
- Uses rotisserie chicken to reduce preparation time for this recipe and add flavor․
- Mix cream cheese and ranch salad dressing as a topping for hot sauce․
- Includes sautéed garlic and celery to enhance the flavor of this popular dip․
- Appropriate for parties and other social functions‚ this dish is well-liked by customers‚ even those who typically don't enjoy spicy foods‚ due to its cooling ranch-based ingredient․
- Can be adapted in many ways to serve additional hot dishes or vegetarian dishes for other occasions․
Ingredients
- •3 cups cooked chicken (shredded; rotisserie preferred)
- •8 ounces cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- •½ cup ranch dressing (thicker refrigerated brand suggested)
- •½ cup hot sauce (Frank's RedHot recommended)
- •1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- •½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- •¼ cup green onions (chopped)
- •2 cloves garlic (minced)
- •2 ribs celery (finely diced)
- •salt (to taste)
- •black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature.
- 2
In a small skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook the garlic and celery until fragrant and slightly softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, ranch dressing, and hot sauce; stir until smooth.
- 4
Add shredded chicken, sautéed garlic and celery, half of the cheddar, and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with remaining cheddar.
- 6
Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
- 7
Let the dip rest for 5 minutes, garnish with green onions, and serve.
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