By Becky Hardin
Updated Oct 6, 2025
This easy, breezy, cheesy Crockpot BBQ Chicken Dip is my go-to potluck appetizer. Quick and delicious, it’s a hearty mix of chicken, cream cheese, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, green onions, and more—it’s so deliciously addictive. Everyone always asks me for the recipe.
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Easy BBQ Chicken Dip Recipe
One of my favorite dips to make for any occasion is my Buffalo chicken dip —it’s always a hit! But one day I thought, why not try a BBQ version? So I did, and let me tell you, it turned out unbelievably good. Now, I might even love this smoky, cheesy BBQ chicken dip just as much as the original!
This dip is seriously hearty—rich, creamy, and totally satisfying. I love that it’s easy to make too, thanks to my trusty slow cooker. Just toss everything in and let it work its magic! The tender chicken, smoky BBQ sauce, and creamy blend of cream cheese and cheddar come together in the most irresistible way. It’s my go-to for game day or whenever I’m feeding a hungry crowd.
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- ▢ 2 cups chopped/shredded rotisserie chicken
- ▢ 12 oz. cream cheese softened (you can also use low-fat, but it has a tendency to separate a bit in a slow cooker)
- ▢ 1 cup cheddar cheese
- ▢ 1 cup three-cheese ranch dressing low-fat works well
- ▢ ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ▢ ¼ cup green onion diced
- ▢ 1 tsp garlic salt
- ▢ ¾ cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand, adjusting the amount depending on how strong you want the BBQ sauce flavor to be
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients and mix until well combined. Add to the slow cooker. 2 cups chopped/shredded rotisserie chicken, 12 oz. cream cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup three-cheese ranch dressing, ¼ cup fresh cilantro, ¼ cup green onion, 1 tsp garlic salt, ¾ cup BBQ sauce
- Turn cooker to high heat and cook until fully heated through, stirring occasionally. Once the dip is hot and all the ingredients are melted together, you can set the cooker on warm while serving.
- Garnish with more shredded cheddar and chopped green onions.
- Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, or veggies. Enjoy!
Equipment
- Crockpot 5-7 quart
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Crockpot BBQ Chicken Dip Step by Step
Combine all of the ingredients : Combine 2 cups chopped/shredded rotisserie chicken, 12 oz. cream cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup three-cheese ranch dressing, ¼ cup fresh cilantro, ¼ cup green onion, 1 tsp garlic salt, and ¾ cup BBQ sauce, mixing well before transferring to the slow cooker.
Cook: Turn the slow cooker to HI heat and cook until fully heated through, stirring occasionally. Once the dip is hot and all the ingredients have melted together, you can set the cooker on warm while you serve it.
Garnish and serve: Garnish with more shredded cheddar and chopped green onions. Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, or veggies. Enjoy!
How to Store
You can whip up this dip in advance and store it in the refrigerator for 3-5 days until it’s ready to be cooked.
You can also prepare and freeze this dip to be heated at a later date. For best results, the dip should be frozen before cooking. To freeze, add dip to a bowl with a sealable lid. Secure the lid and store it in the freezer for up to three months. Before heating, let the dip thaw in the refrigerator overnight. When ready to serve, transfer to the slow cooker and heat until bubbly.
Store leftover uneaten dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat over the stove or throw it all back into the slow cooker.
I do not recommend freezing the baked dip.
Serving Suggestions
If time permits, I like preparing these plain homemade tortilla chips or garlic Parmesan tortilla chips for the ultimate dipping experience. For a double flavor whammy, I’ll bake up some Mexican spice cheese crackers to dip.
other delicious dips to try
Beer Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip
7 Layer Greek Dip Recipe
Crab Rangoon Dip
Crack Dip
Crockpot BBQ Chicken Dip
Equipment
- Crockpot 5-7 quart
Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped/shredded rotisserie chicken
- 12 oz. cream cheese softened (you can also use low-fat, but it has a tendency to separate a bit in a slow cooker)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 cup three-cheese ranch dressing low-fat works well
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup green onion diced
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand, adjusting the amount depending on how strong you want the BBQ sauce flavor to be
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients and mix until well combined. Add to the slow cooker. 2 cups chopped/shredded rotisserie chicken, 12 oz. cream cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup three-cheese ranch dressing, ¼ cup fresh cilantro, ¼ cup green onion, 1 tsp garlic salt, ¾ cup BBQ sauce
- Turn cooker to high heat and cook until fully heated through, stirring occasionally. Once the dip is hot and all the ingredients are melted together, you can set the cooker on warm while serving.
- Garnish with more shredded cheddar and chopped green onions.
- Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, or veggies. Enjoy!
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
