Buffalo Chicken Wings Dip Recipe
on Jul 17, 2019, Updated Apr 21, 2025
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This Buffalo chicken wings dip recipe is an easy finger food recipe that you can make in just 40 minutes. One of our favorite appetizer ideas, it goes great with anything. I especially love it with our homemade sangria!
Make this chicken wing dip any time of the year, in your oven or crockpot. Read on to see how to make it both ways!
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Make this chicken wing dip in the Crock pot or bake it in the oven!
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About This Chicken Wing Dip Recipe
This easy Buffalo chicken dip recipe is standard fare at our friend Amy’s house. One of my favorite cheesy recipes, it fits right in with some of our other awesome appetizer recipes like our easy spinach pinwheels, Wisconsin beer dip recipe, and these amazing Asian-Inspired Meatballs.
Just one dip of a tortilla chip or celery stalk is all it takes to understand why everyone loves this simple appetizer.
Even better, this Buffalo chicken wings dip recipe can be made, start to finish, in 45 minutes or less, and just like this Rotel sausage dip, it goes great with almost anything!
I’ll be honest with you, the first few times I was at Amy’s house, and she served this Buffalo chicken wings dip recipe, I avoided it like the plague.
Why? You may ask.
Judging from the reaction to other guests and her kids, I had a feeling this recipe would be dangerously delicious.
A few visits later, I completely caved and gave it a try; as I had feared, I was spot on.
📝 Buffalo Chicken Wings Dip Recipe Details
Category: Appetizers, Game Day Recipes, Party Dips
Cuisine: American
Skill Level: Easy
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes (oven) or 2 hours (slow cooker)
Total Time: 40 minutes (oven) or 2 hours 10 minutes (slow cooker)
Servings: 8
Main Ingredients: Cooked chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing
Equipment Needed: Oven or slow cooker, mixing bowl, baking dish or slow cooker insert
Summary:
This Buffalo Chicken Wings Dip is a creamy, spicy, and tangy appetizer that’s perfect for game days, parties, or any gathering. Made with tender shredded chicken, rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and zesty buffalo sauce, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy.
Why This Recipe Works
- Quick and Versatile Preparation: Can be baked in the oven or cooked in a slow cooker, accommodating different time frames and preferences.
- Flavorful and Creamy: The combination of cheeses and buffalo sauce creates a rich and tangy flavor profile that complements the chicken perfectly.
- Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer: Ideal for serving at gatherings, this dip pairs well with chips, celery, or crostini, making it a versatile addition to any spread.
Good to Know
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare the dip in advance and reheat when ready to serve, saving time on the day of your event.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serving Suggestions: Garnish with blue cheese crumbles and serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or toasted baguette slices for added texture and flavor.
Ingredients and Cost
This Buffalo Chicken Wings Dip Recipe is a creamy, cheesy, and tangy blend of tender chicken, bold buffalo sauce, and rich blue cheese dressing. Melted cheddar and cream cheese make it irresistibly smooth, while a sprinkle of blue cheese crumbles adds the perfect finishing touch. We like to serve this with with chips, celery, or homemade crostini.
- Cooked Chicken (2 cups)
- This makes up the base of the this Buffalo chicken wings dip. Finely shredded chicken ensures even distribution. This is a great way to use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken!
- Cost: $5.00
- Cream Cheese (8 oz)
- Adds a rich, creamy base that balances the spiciness; make sure it’s softened for smooth blending.
- Cost: $3.25
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese (2 cups)
- Give this Buffalo chicken wings dip recipe a sharp flavor and gooey, melty goodness; freshly grated cheddar works best for superior melting. I suggest shredding a block of cheese for this as it melt’s better than the pre-shredded cheese, which contains potato starch and other stablizers which keep it from melting evenly.
- Cost: $5.00
- Buffalo Sauce (1/2 cup)
- Delivers the signature spicy kick and tangy flavor synonymous with Buffalo chicken. Use your favorite brand, I like Frank’s RedHot.
- Cost: $1.50
- Blue Cheese Dressing (1/2 cup)
- Adds a tangy, creamy depth of flavor, enhancing the overall balance of the dish.
- Cost: $0.50
- Blue Cheese Crumbles (optional, for garnish)
- Provides a bold, tangy accent for fans of blue cheese; use sparingly to avoid overpowering the dip.
- Cost: $1.50
Total Cost of Recipe: $16.75
Cost Per Serving (8 servings): $2.09
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Wings Dip
You can make this Buffalo chicken wings dip recipe in the oven or a slow cooker recipe. Both methods use the same ingredients, and they are super yummy!
Crockpot Method
You’ll want to set your slow cooker setting to low for this chicken wing dip recipe.
- Combine blue cheese dressing with cream cheese.
- Stir in Buffalo sauce.
- Add cooked chicken and cheddar cheese.
- Cook in crock-pot on low setting for2 to 3 hours or until bubbly.
Buffalo chicken dip tastes great right out of the crock-pot!
Oven Chicken Wing Dip
Oven temperature can vary, but you’ll want to make this chicken wing dip in the oven at 350°. Always preheat your oven as the first step.
- Combine blue cheese dressing, Buffalo sauce, and cooked chicken in a large mixing bowl.
- Add cheddar cheese and stir.
- Stir in the cream cheese.
- Bake in a non-stick coated oven-safe dish at 350°, for 30 minutes.
For a chunkier Buffalo chicken wing dip, you can cook diced chicken and chop it up in smaller pieces.
Make this chicken wing dip from the oven in about 30 minutes. T
I’m a lover of all things cheese, I guess that’s what happens when you grow up with a dad who had a passion for such things as Limburger cheese.
Maybe it was the cheese sandwiches and mayo that my mom made for me as a kid.
The most likely reason, though, it’s just who I am.
If you prefer ranch dressing with your wings, try substituting that for the blue cheese dressing.
Time Saving Tips
Use a rotisserie chicken for this Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe!
Or, use the leftovers from our Simple Roast Chicken Recipe!
Keep in mind that our kids generally won’t go near blue cheese, but this Buffalo chicken dip is an exception.
What to Eat this With
Tortilla Chips – Use thick, restaurant-style tortilla chips or scoop-shaped chips to hold up against the creamy dip without breaking. Avoid thin chips, as they can easily snap under the weight of the cheese and chicken. My favorites are the “Scoops” type of tortillas.
Celery – Opt for medium to large celery stalks, cut into 3- to 4-inch pieces for easy dipping. If your celery is extra stringy, peel the outer layer with a vegetable peeler for a smoother bite.
Carrots – Baby carrots work well for convenience, but if using full-sized carrots, slice them into sticks about the same length as celery for uniform dipping.
Crackers – Choose sturdy crackers like wheat, multigrain, or butter crackers, as delicate ones may crumble under the dip’s thickness. If serving for a party, offer a mix of textures and flavors.
Crostini – Toast small baguette slices in the oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes, just until crisp but not too hard. A light brush of olive oil before toasting adds extra flavor and helps prevent sogginess when dipping.
Give this chicken dip a try and then share it with friends!
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This easy Buffalo chicken wings dip recipe is perfect for game day.
Common Recipe Questions
You can freeze this chicken dip before or after it is baked!
In most cases, yes. Use sugar-free dressing and hot sauce, and you should be good to go for a keto-friendly tailgate food!
See Dan and Scott making this Chicken Wing Dip on Television.
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Buffalo Chicken Wings Dip Recipe
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Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing.
- Blue cheese crumbles for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F. In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and stir thoroughly.
- Spray oven safe dish with non-stick coating and transfer mixture.
- Bake in oven for 30 minutes.
To Make this Buffalo Wing Dip in the Crock Pot
- Mix ingredients as directed for oven method.
- Cover slow cooker and set to LOW for 2-3 hours, until hot and bubbly. Garnish with blue cheese (if using).
- Serve hot with tortilla chips or celery sticks or on crostini.
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Notes
- May garnish with chopped green onion as well.
- Best served hot with crackers or celery sticks.
- You can use shredded rotisserie chicken for this recipe.
- To make this Buffalo chicken wings dip recipe more ooey and gooey, with less browning on the top, cover with aluminum foil while baking (if making it in the oven.)
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Looks delish, my family loves buffalo food and wings seeing as we are from there ! Can’t wait to make for football season!
Buffalo chicken wings are made weekly at my house. Thanks for the new dip recipe, this is a game changer.
My family are huge hot wing fans! This sip looks amazing. I’m going to surprise my boys with this dip this weekend.
I can understand why you would avoid it — keep away from temptation. I doubt if you can take just one bite. This would be a great recipe for a gathering — I know our family would be nuts about it. I’ll be making this VERY soon.
My friend makes a buffalo chicken dip, and just like you I avoided it at first because I knew it would be addictive. I was right, and now I spend way too much time in front of the dip LOL! Thanks for sharing the recipe