Last Updated on March 23, 2023 by Corinne Schmitt
This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip is the perfect game-day appetizer! It’s so easy to make and always a hit with family and friends.
If you love Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings then this is the recipe for you. It’s tender chicken, with a tangy sauce that packs a lot of flavor in just a small amount of it. It’s the perfect dish to enjoy with the big game.
Slow Cooker Chicken Dip
One of my favorite things about a chicken dip is that while it tastes amazing as an appetizer for parties and football season, it’s also full of protein to help keep you full. Not only is chicken full of protein but it’s also low in fat and calories.
Why I Love This Recipe
Whether you’re a big sports fan or not, this Buffalo Chicken Dip is sure to be easy and a hit at your next gathering.
- Easy to make
- Always a hit at parties
- Perfect for picky eaters
- Fills the house with a delicious aroma
If you love slow cooker buffalo chicken recipes, then next time you want to give this Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Meatballs recipe a try.
Ingredients
You only need a few simple ingredients to help you make this slow cooker appetizer recipe. After one quick trip to the grocery store, you will be ready to make this tasty dish.
- chicken breasts – I used boneless skinless chicken breasts for easy shredding.
- cream cheese – Make sure that you use a full-fat block of cream cheese for this recipe. You don’t want to use whipped cream cheese, it won’t stand up to the heat.
Substitutions
Shredded Cheese: I used cheddar cheese but you can also use Mexican shredded cheese if you prefer.
Dressing: If you don’t have bottled dressing on hand, you can make your own homemade dressing with milk, mayo, and a packet of ranch dressing mix.
Variations / Options / Add-Ins
There are so many ways that you can customize this recipe to fit your family’s needs.
Add some heat: If you like things spicy, then add a few dashes of hot sauce to the mixture. You could also use pre-cooked buffalo chicken to make this dish even easier.
Add in some veggies: This is a great way to sneak in some extra vitamins and minerals. I like to add a few handfuls of frozen spinach or kale. You could also add in some chopped bell peppers, carrots, or onions.
Make it creamier: You could also add some sour cream to the mixture.
Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools
You only need a handful of easy kitchen tools to make this easy recipe.
- slow cooker – you will need a 6-quart slow cooker to make this recipe.
How to Make Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Making this buffalo chicken recipe is so easy. Just follow the instructions below and you will have an easy appetizer that your entire family will enjoy.
Step 1: Add the buffalo sauce and chicken to a small pan
Place the buffalo chicken sauce and chicken breasts in a small pan and heat over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, turning the chicken once while cooking.
Step 2: Add the cream cheese, dressing, and celery to the crockpot
Remove from heat and meanwhile, assemble the cream cheese, dressing, and celery and place in your crockpot.
Step 3: Shred chicken and add it and the buffalo sauce to the crockpot.
Shred the cooled chicken and add it, along with the buffalo chicken sauce, to the crockpot.
Step 4: Slow cook on low
Heat on slow for 2 hours to ensure the chicken finishes cooking.
Step 5: Stir in the cheese
Stir in your cheese just before serving.
Step 6: Serve with chips or vegetables
Serve warm alongside chips or vegetables.
Serving Suggestions
For your next parties, you can serve this dip alongside other appetizers such as:
- Chicken Enchilada Cups
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Phyllo Cup Appetizers
- BBQ Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites
Pro Tips
When you are making this recipe it is important to keep a few things in mind to help ensure that your dish turns out perfectly.
- Be sure to cook the chicken all the way through.
- For easy clean up spray your crock pot liner with a nonstick cooking spray or use a slow cooker liner.
- Adjust the heat level to suit your taste buds.
- You can save time by using rotisserie chicken or even canned chicken for this buffalo chicken dip recipe.
- If you want to garnish this recipe, garnish with sliced green onions or blue cheese crumbles.
- Serve with celery sticks and pork rinds for a low-carb game day treat.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this crockpot buffalo chicken dip recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
You can reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop over low heat until warm.
Yes, this recipe freezes well for up to 3 months.
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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- small saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 ounces buffalo chicken sauce
- 4 ounces cream cheese half a container
- 4 ounces ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 stalk celery chopped (optional)
- 1/2 to 1 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place the buffalo chicken sauce and chicken breasts in a small pan and heat over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, turning the chicken once while cooking.
- Remove from heat and meanwhile, assemble the cream cheese, dressing, and celery and place in your crockpot.
- Shred the cooled chicken and add it, along with the buffalo chicken sauce, to the crockpot.
- Heat on slow for 2 hours to ensure chicken finishes cooking.
- Stir in your cheese just before serving.
- Serve warm alongside chips or vegetables.
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Notes
- Be sure to cook the chicken all the way through.
- For easy clean up spray your crock pot liner with a nonstick cooking spray or use a slow cooker liner.
- Adjust the heat level to suit your taste buds.
- You can save time by using rotisserie chicken or even canned chicken for this buffalo chicken dip recipe.
- If you want to garnish this recipe, garnish with sliced green onions or blue cheese crumbles.
- Serve with celery sticks and pork rinds for a low-carb game day treat.