5 Reasons to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip This Weekend

by Green S. CEO

Buffalo chicken dip has to be one of the best dip recipes out there. It’s a favorite loved by all and is perfect for Sunday night football, the family reunion, or potluck you have at work. It’s made with juicy shredded chicken, creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing, cream cheese, hot sauce, and tons of freshly grated cheese. It’s baked until it’s melted together into a perfectly golden and bubbly dip. If that doesn’t convince you why you should make a buffalo chicken dip this weekend, then here are 5 more reasons why.

It’s Easy

Buffalo chicken dip is by far one of the easiest dips to make. It can be made in one baking dish or all in the crockpot. No need to dirty multiple dishes! There is no special layering or fancy cooking techniques involved. Just shred the chicken, combine all other ingredients, bake until bubbly and you have the perfect dip recipe that everyone will love.

It’s Delicious

Buffalo chicken dip is one of those recipes that always seems to disappear first when brought to parties or gatherings and there’s a good reason for it too- It’s delicious! It could be the creamy, irresistible texture or maybe it's tangy, yet flavorful kick you get from the hot sauce. Some might think it’s the juicy shredded chicken or loads of melted cheese that make this dip so amazing. Whatever your reason is for loving it, there’s something for everyone to keep wanting for more. If there’s one reason to make a buffalo chicken dip, it’s because it’s undeniably delicious.

It’s Convenient

What’s great about making a buffalo chicken dip is the convenience factor of the dip. It can be made ahead of time so that you’re not scrambling to get it baked and done before your guests arrive or before it’s time to leave for the party. Depending on how much time you have, you can make the dip ahead of time in parts such as shredding the chicken a day before or you can just make the entire thing and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to bake and serve it.

Additionally, this dip is conveniently great for groups. So, if you’re trying to figure out how to feed a crowd then this definitely needs to be on your list. Despite if it’s for a birthday party, football Sunday, or a work potluck, buffalo chicken dip is hands down a people pleaser and meant to be made for a crowd.

Makes Great for Leftovers

Now, we’re not saying there will be any leftovers but if there are then we’ve got you covered. Buffalo chicken dip re-heats beautifully but can also be enjoyed cold. There are a few ways you can save and use the leftovers as an addition to your favorite meals. For example, adding it to your favorite wrap or to top off your salad would be delicious. Another great option is using it on top of your homemade pizza or even topping off your frozen pizza before baking. We’ve even heard that buffalo chicken dip works wonders in scrambled eggs!

It’s Keto-Friendly

The keto diet is a high-fat, low-carb diet. These days it seems like just about everyone follows this diet, but don’t let the word “diet” scare you. This buffalo chicken dip is considered a wonderful dip recipe for keto diet friends and family of yours. Of course, they won’t want to dip chips or crackers into the dip, but you can pull out the carrot sticks or celery so they can enjoy the wonders of this dip just as much as the rest of the group.