This slow cooker buffalo chicken dip is creamy, cheesy, spicy, and incredibly easy to make with rotisserie chicken and Frank’s RedHot. Just dump everything into the crockpot for the ultimate game day dip, party appetizer, or easy snack dinner.
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- What You'll Need & Why
- How To Make Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Swaps & Variations
- Tips For The Best Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
- Build The Ultimate Game Day Spread
- Storage & Reheating
- You Asked, I Answered
- You’ll Also Love
- Who’s Stirring the Pot?
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This slow cooker buffalo chicken dip is the kind of recipe you make when you want something ridiculously good with almost no effort. Using rotisserie chicken keeps things easy, while the slow cooker turns everything into a creamy, cheesy, spicy dip people can’t stop scooping.
It’s true dump-and-go comfort food that’s perfect for game days, parties, casual get-togethers, or those nights when dinner somehow becomes snacks.
Why This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip Works
- Rotisserie chicken shortcut: Saves time, adds flavor, and keeps this dip incredibly easy.
- Dump-and-go simple: Everything goes straight into the slow cooker with almost no prep.
- Ready fast: This buffalo chicken dip comes together in about an hour instead of cooking all day.
- Creamy with balanced heat: Rich, cheesy, spicy, and perfectly scoopable.
- Perfect party food: Great for game days, holidays, potlucks, and easy entertaining.
What You'll Need & Why
This slow cooker buffalo chicken dip with Frank's is built on simple ingredients that do all the heavy lifting.
- Green onions: A pop of color and fresh flavor to finish things off.
- Cream cheese: Creates that rich, creamy base and helps form the cheese sauce.
- Cooked chicken: Rotisserie chicken is the move here — easy, flavorful, and no extra prep.
- Frank’s RedHot sauce: The classic wing sauce with just the right balance of heat and tang.
- Duke’s mayonnaise: The only mayo I use. It adds richness without tasting heavy.
- Sour cream: Full-fat is best — it melts better, mixes better, and tastes better.
- Ranch seasoning: Because ranch and buffalo chicken belong together. Use your favorite blend.
- Cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese: Melty, gooey, and exactly what this dip needs.
How To Make Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
This slow cooker buffalo chicken dip comes together with almost no prep and just a few simple steps.
- Add everything to the slow cooker: Add everything except the blue cheese and bacon to the slow cooker and stir to combine.
- Cook until hot and creamy: Cover and cook on low until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
- Stir well: Mix everything together until smooth, creamy, and evenly combined.
- Serve warm: Top with extra cheese, green onions, or blue cheese crumbles if you like, then serve with chips, crackers, or vegetables.
Swaps & Variations
This slow cooker buffalo chicken dip is easy to adjust based on what you have on hand.
- Use different chicken: Rotisserie chicken is easiest, but canned chicken or leftover cooked chicken work well too.
- Adjust the heat: Add extra buffalo sauce, cayenne, or red pepper flakes if you like a spicier dip.
- Swap the cheese: Cheddar, Colby Jack, Pepper Jack, or mozzarella all melt beautifully in this dip.
- Make it extra creamy: Stir in a little extra cream cheese or sour cream before serving if you want a richer texture.
Tips For The Best Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
These simple tips help keep this buffalo chicken dip creamy, cheesy, and perfect for parties.
- Serve it from the slow cooker: The crockpot keeps the dip warm and makes entertaining easy.
- Cube the cream cheese: Smaller pieces melt faster and combine more smoothly.
- Shred your own cheese if possible: Freshly shredded cheese melts more smoothly than pre-shredded varieties.
- Stir once or twice while cooking: This helps everything melt together into a creamy, evenly mixed dip.
Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked chicken, shredded I used a rotisserie chicken
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, cut into cubes
- ¾-1 cup Frank's Hot Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup full fat sour cream
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Monterey jack cheese, shredded
- 3 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 3 green onions, finely diced
- 2-4 tablespoon fresh chives and parsley, minced
- blue cheese crumbles and bacon bits, for garnish
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients except the blue cheese and bacon to a slow cooker bowl. Mix to combine.
- Cook on high for about an hour, stirring often, or until everything is melted and combined.
- Top with blue cheese crumbles, bacon bits, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
For the stovetop, combine all the ingredients into a heavy-bottomed dutch oven and cook over medium. Stir often and until everything is melted and combined.
Nutrition
Build The Ultimate Game Day Spread
This slow cooker buffalo chicken dip fits right in with all the best game day and party food favorites.
- Serve with chips and veggies: Tortilla chips, crackers, celery, carrots, and sliced peppers are classic buffalo chicken dip dippers.
- Add something crunchy: Crostini or toasted baguette slices hold up beautifully to the creamy dip.
- Make sliders or wraps: Spoon the buffalo chicken dip onto slider buns or tuck it into tortillas for an easy snacky dinner situation.
- Round out the party table: Pair it with wings, sliders, queso, jalapeño popper dip, or a simple veggie tray for an easy game day spread.
Storage & Reheating
This easy buffalo chicken dip is just as good the next day.
- Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop, in the microwave, or back in the slow cooker on low. Stir occasionally and add a splash of milk or sour cream if needed to loosen it back up.
- Refrigerator: Let the dip cool, then store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: This dip freezes well. Transfer cooled dip to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
You Asked, I Answered
Can I make slow cooker buffalo chicken dip in the oven?
Yes. Combine everything except the bacon and blue cheese in a baking dish and bake at 350°F until hot, melted, and bubbly. The bacon and blue cheese get sprinkled on top just before serving.
Can I make buffalo chicken dip on the stovetop?
Absolutely. Add everything except bacon and blue cheese to a heavy pot or Dutch oven and cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until creamy and fully melted. Top with bacon and blue cheese just before serving.
Can I make buffalo chicken dip ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble the dip ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to heat and serve.
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- Philly Cheesesteak Dip: Steak, melty queso-style cheese, peppers, and onions all in one incredible, easy-to-make dip.
- Whipped Ricotta Dip: Light, fresh, and ready in about five minutes with lemon and herbs — perfect when you want something a little different.
Who’s Stirring the Pot?
Hi, I’m Ruth—recipe developer, comfort-food creator, and the voice behind Rufus For Real. I specialize in cozy, doable, flavor-packed meals for real-life kitchens, and I’m a firm believer that breakfast, dinner, and everything in between should be simple, satisfying, and impossible to mess up.
You’ll find me sharing even more comfort-food goodness, kitchen tips, and behind-the-scenes chaos over on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube (@rufusforreal everywhere).
If you love approachable recipes with a whole lot of personality, pull up a chair—there’s always room at this table.
Happy Cooking!
-Ruth aka Rufus
Gina says
Fantastic for a get together or watching sports!
Can dip crusty bread or chips or tortillas in it!
Rufus says
I'm so glad you liked it!