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| Here's a delicious and easy recipe for Buffalo Chicken Dip: |
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (you can use rotisserie chicken for convenience)
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing, if you prefer)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
Instructions:
1. **Preheat Oven:**
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. **Mix Ingredients:**
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar cheese, and blue cheese (if using). Mix until well combined.
3. **Transfer to Baking Dish:**
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish (about 8x8 inches or similar size).
4. **Top with Cheese:**
Sprinkle a little extra shredded cheddar cheese on top.
5. **Bake:**
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
6. **Optional Toppings:**
If desired, sprinkle sliced green onions on top for added flavor and color.
7. **Serve:**
Serve hot with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or your favorite dippers.
Tips:
**Make Ahead:**
You can prepare the dip ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.
**Slow Cooker Option:**
You can also make this dip in a slow cooker. Combine all the ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until hot and bubbly.
Enjoy your Buffalo Chicken Dip!
