snacks and appetizers

I had this dip for the first time about a month ago. We were having some of the chic staffers over for dinner and Emily brought this Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip. And just like it happens every time someone brings hot, cheesy dip to a party, we stood around the bowl like a campfire and devoured it on one chip after another. Watch this week’s Rachel’s Recipes to see how I made it and then scroll down to get the recipe. 

 

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Start by sautéing the onions, garlic and celery in a little bit of oil and butter. Cook until soft and translucent, about 8 minutes. 

cooking vegetables

Add the chopped chicken and buffalo sauce. Cook on low for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced slightly. 

Chic Tip: Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken from the store that you’ve shredded. 

spicy dips

While that cooks, mix together the cream cheese, mayo and blue cheese dressing in a large bowl. Mmmmm, dairy!

cream cheese, mayo and blue cheese

Stir in half of the shredded cheese, and save the remaining half for sprinkling on top of the dip before baking. 

shredded cheese

Pour the chicken and hot veggies into the bowl and stir. The heat from the sauce and chicken will melt the cream cheese and make it easier to stir together. 

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easy party snacks

Stir until well combined and then pour into small individual ramekins or a large 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the top with the reserved shredded cheese.

sprinkling cheese

Bake you Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip in a preheated 375 degree oven until bubbly and golden brown on top, about 20 to 25 minutes. 

cheesy spicy dips

Carefully remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. It’ll get really hot in the oven so make sure to cool it off so you don’t burn your mouth. Serve the dip with veggies or chips. 

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