If you're looking for the ultimate Christmas party appetizer, this Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe will be the hit of your holiday table. Creamy, cheesy, spicy, and irresistibly comforting, this dip brings together everything people love about buffalo wings—without the mess. It’s quick to prepare, easy to bake, and perfect for serving with crackers, veggies, or warm bread during festive gatherings. This Christmas-themed version keeps the classic flavor but adds helpful tips to make it extra smooth, melty, and crowd-ready!
Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20–25 mins
- Total Time: 30–35 mins
- Servings: 10
- Yield: About 3 cups of dip
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works best)
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (like Frank’s RedHot; adjust for heat level)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack
- Optional toppings: green onions, blue cheese crumbles, diced red bell pepper (adds a Christmas pop of color!)
Tip: For the creamiest dip, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing. Cold cream cheese leads to lumps.
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing), and buffalo sauce until completely smooth.
Tip: Warm the cream cheese in the microwave for 20–25 seconds to make blending easier.
- Fold in the shredded chicken, cheddar, and mozzarella, mixing until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture into a baking dish or cast-iron skillet, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from oven and garnish with green onions, red bell pepper, or blue cheese crumbles to enhance flavor and add Christmas-themed color.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips, celery sticks, baguette slices, crackers, or pretzel crisps.
Best Practice: If serving at a holiday gathering, keep the dip warm using a small slow cooker on LOW so guests can enjoy it for hours.
Nutrition Facts (per serving) — Estimated values
- Calories: 265
- Total Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 63mg
- Sodium: 630mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 3g
- Protein: 16g
Conclusion
This Buffalo Chicken Dip is a guaranteed Christmas crowd-pleaser—warm, cheesy, and packed with holiday-worthy flavor. Whether you're hosting a small family gathering or a festive party, this easy appetizer fits perfectly into any Christmas snacks and appetizers spread. With simple ingredients and quick prep, it’s a stress-free dish that delivers big, bold flavor every time. Serve it alongside your favorite dippers, keep it warm in a slow cooker, and watch it disappear before the party even ends!
