Gluten-Free Buffalo Chicken Dip
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This creamy and zesty buffalo chicken dip delivers a satisfying kick with tender shredded chicken and a rich, cheesy base. It's the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer, offering a delightful balance of heat and savory flavors.
At a glance: This easy party and appetizers recipe yields 8 servings in about 40 minutes (20 min prep, 20 min cook). It uses 10 ingredients — including shredded cooked chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more party and appetizers recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Buffalo Chicken Dip: When preparing this party and appetizers recipe, in a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Buffalo Chicken Dip: This recipe is naturally free from gluten-containing grains, relying on simple, whole ingredients. Always double-check labels on processed items like dressings and hot sauces for gluten-free certification.
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 0.25 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's RedHot)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 bag corn tortilla chips or certified GF crackers for serving
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish. If you prefer a stovetop method, have a heat-safe serving bowl ready.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, ranch or blue cheese dressing, and hot sauce. Stir these ingredients together until they are thoroughly mixed and form a creamy base, about 2-3 minutes.
- 3
Add the melted butter, salt, and black pepper to the chicken mixture. Stir in half of the shredded cheese and half of the chopped fresh chives. Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as needed, ensuring a balanced flavor profile.
- 4
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly over the top. Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden brown. If using a stovetop method, heat gently over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through and creamy.
- 5
Remove the buffalo chicken dip from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before garnishing with the remaining fresh chives. Serve immediately with warm corn tortilla chips or your favorite certified gluten-free crackers and an assortment of fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
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Tips & Notes
- Brown the butter before adding it for a nutty, caramel depth that elevates simple recipes.
- Don't over-mix once cream cheese is incorporated or the texture can turn gummy.
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness so they cook uniformly without drying out on the edges.
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