Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip
This smoky and creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip is the perfect blend of heat and flavor, topped with melted cheese and infused with smoky goodness. It’s a crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, or any gathering. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies for the ultimate appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Smoked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded smoked chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, ranch dressing, and Buffalo wing sauce until smooth.
- Fold in the shredded smoked chicken, 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, and blue cheese if using.
- Transfer the mixture to a cast-iron skillet or a baking dish suitable for smoking. Spread it evenly.
- Top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- Place the skillet in the smoker and cook for 1-1.5 hours until the dip is hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the smoker, garnish with green onions, and serve warm with your choice of dippers.
Notes
- You can use store-bought smoked chicken or smoke your own chicken breast.
- Adjust the Buffalo wing sauce to your spice tolerance.
- For a smoky twist, add a sprinkle of smoked paprika or chipotle powder to the dip mixture.
Find it online: https://recipe.newsvks.com/smoked-buffalo-chicken-dip/