This creamy, spicy buffalo chicken dip is everything you love about buffalo wings in one irresistible scoopable dish. Toss it all into your Crock Pot and let it melt into a crowd-pleasing dip that’s perfect for game days, parties, or just a cozy night in. With only five ingredients, this slow cooker version delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. You’ll love how it stays warm and gooey for hours, making it a hands-off appetizer that practically serves itself.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🔥 Big buffalo flavor with minimal prep
- 🧀 Ultra creamy and cheesy with real shredded cheddar
- 🐔 Uses canned, rotisserie, or shredded chicken
- ⏲️ Crock Pot does all the work—set it and forget it
- 🥕 Perfect with chips, veggies, or crackers
- ♻️ Easy to double for a crowd or scale down for small batches
Ingredients
- 4 cups canned chicken, drained (or cooked shredded chicken)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened and cut into chunks
- 1 cup buffalo hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prep Cream Cheese
Cut softened cream cheese into small pieces to help it melt evenly. - Add to Crock Pot
In a 6-quart slow cooker, combine chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese. - Mix It Up
Stir all ingredients together until combined. - Cook on LOW or HIGH
Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours or HIGH for 1–2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. - Serve Warm
Once hot and bubbly, switch to WARM and serve directly from the Crock Pot with dippers of your choice.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours (low) or 1.5 hours (high)
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: American
Course: Appetizer
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 12g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 4g
Tips & Variations
- Fresh Chicken Option: Use shredded rotisserie chicken or leftover grilled chicken.
- Blue Cheese Swap: Replace ranch with blue cheese dressing for a bold twist.
- Cheese Blend: Add Monterey Jack or mozzarella for extra creaminess.
- Spicy Kick: Stir in diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne.
- Lighter Version: Use low-fat cream cheese, dressing, and cheese.
- Make It a Meal: Spoon over baked potatoes, use as quesadilla filling, or top with breadcrumbs and broil.
Buffalo Chicken Dip Crock Pot Recipe
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Cut cream cheese into chunks.
- Add chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch, and cheese to Crock Pot.
- Stir to combine.
- Cook on LOW 3–4 hours or HIGH 1–2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Switch to WARM for serving.
Notes
– Swap ranch for blue cheese
– Add jalapeños for heat
– Store leftovers in fridge or freeze up to 3 months
FAQs
Can I make this buffalo chicken dip ahead of time?
Yes! Combine everything in the Crock Pot insert and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Cook when ready.
Why is my dip too soupy?
Likely from not draining the chicken fully. Be sure to squeeze out excess moisture.
What are the best dippers?
Tortilla chips, celery sticks, bell pepper strips, crackers, pretzel thins, or toasted baguette slices.
Can I freeze leftovers?
Yes—freeze cooled dip in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in microwave or on stove.
Why does it get greasy?
Overheating or excess cheese can cause separation. Stir regularly and stick to the recommended cook time.
Conclusion
This slow cooker buffalo chicken dip is the ultimate hands-off party appetizer—spicy, creamy, and ridiculously easy to make. With just five ingredients and a Crock Pot, you can deliver big flavor with zero stress. Keep it warm during the entire event, and don’t be surprised when it disappears in minutes. It’s a dip that turns heads and satisfies cravings. Serve it with your favorite dippers, and let the snacking begin.