This Buffalo chicken dip crock pot recipe is a creamy, spicy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s easy to prepare. Made with rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, and tangy buffalo sauce, it’s the perfect slow cooker dip for game day or potlucks. Enjoy bold flavor with minimal prep for stress-free hosting.
4cupsrotisserie chickencooked, skin removed and shredded
16ouncescream cheesetwo 8-ounce boxes, softened to room temperature
1cupbuffalo saucesuch as Frank’s RedHot Wing Sauce
1cupranch dressing
1/2teaspoononion powder
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonblack pepper
1 1/2cupscheddar cheeseshredded, divided into 1 cup and 1/2 cup
2tablespoonsgreen onionsdiced, white and green parts
1/4cupblue cheese crumblesoptional
Instructions
Prepare Chicken
Remove and discard the skin from the rotisserie chicken.
4 cups rotisserie chicken
Pull the meat off the bones and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Measure out 4 cups and set aside.
Prepare Dip
In your slow cooker, add softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, onion powder, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir well to combine.
16 ounces cream cheese, 1 cup buffalo sauce, 1 cup ranch dressing, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken until fully coated with the mixture.
Cook
Cover and cook on low heat for 2 hours, or until hot and bubbly.
Add More Cheese
In the last 15 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese on top. Replace the lid and allow it to melt.
Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with diced green onions and sprinkle blue cheese crumbles on top.
2 tablespoons green onions, 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
Keep the slow cooker on the warm setting while serving.
Notes
Important Prep Tips Before Starting the Recipe
A 4–6 quart slow cooker works best.
Common Mistakes When Making This Recipe
Using cold cream cheese: It stays lumpy and won’t blend well with other ingredients.
Skipping a stir halfway through: This can cause uneven melting or scorching along the edges of the crock pot.
Add-In Options: Try crispy bacon bits, diced jalapeños, or chopped celery for crunch.Tips for Recipe Success: Let your cream cheese sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to ensure it blends smoothly. And for easy cleanup, use a slow cooker liner or spray the insert with nonstick cooking spray before adding ingredients.