By Becky Hardin
Updated Jan 19, 2026
This Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip is creamy, cheesy, tangy, and has just the right amount of spice. I love that it couldn’t be easier to make this game day recipe, and it always disappears before any other appetizer. Grab some chips and get ready to dig into your new favorite cheesy dip.
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5-Star Review
“Great recipe, easy to make and delicious. I was out of Frank’s Buffalo sauce so I used Sweet Baby Ray’s Buffalo Sauce.” -Judy
Easy Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
When I’m entertaining, I love serving dip, and Buffalo chicken dip is one of my favorites. But what I especially love about this version is that it’s completely hands-off. This recipe couldn’t be easier. Just dump everything into the crockpot and let the dip cook itself while you focus on everything else that needs to get done.
What I end up with is a smooth and creamy dip that’s loaded with just the right amount of spice and flavor, ready to be devoured. I love making this dip in the crockpot because I can serve it right from there, keeping it warm and perfectly gooey.
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- ▢ 8 oz. cream cheese full fat is best, room temperature and cubed (1 brick)
- ▢ 1 lb. cooked and shredded chicken or use leftover roasted chicken
- ▢ 1 cup Buffalo sauce
- ▢ ¾ cup ranch dressing
- ▢ 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese Jack or Mozzarella also work well, divided
- ▢ sliced green onions optional, for garnish
- ▢ crumbled blue cheese optional, for garnish
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Instructions
- Place the cubed cream cheese inside the crock of a slow cooker. Top with shredded chicken, Buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. 8 oz. cream cheese, 1 lb. cooked and shredded chicken, 1 cup Buffalo sauce, ¾ cup ranch dressing, 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
- Cover and cook on high for 1-2 hours, or until heated through. Stir the dip together until well mixed.
- Add the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with tortilla chips and celery sticks, garnished with green onions and/or blue cheese crumbles, if desired. sliced green onions, crumbled blue cheese
Equipment
- Crockpot
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Step by Step
Mix the ingredients: Place 8 oz. (1 brick) cubed cream cheese along with 1 lb. cooked and shredded chicken, 1 cup Buffalo sauce, ¾ cup ranch dressing, and 1 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese into the crockpot.
Cook the dip: Cover and cook on high for 1-2 hours, or until heated through and the cheese is melted. Stir until well mixed.
Add more cheese: Top with the remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese. Cover and cook for another 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Serve: Serve with tortilla chips and celery sticks, garnished with green onions and/or blue cheese crumbles, if desired.
How to Store
Do not leave the dip out at room temperature for more than 2 hours, it should be transferred to the fridge at this point.
Once the Buffalo chicken dip cools to room temperature, you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For the best results, I recommend reheating in the crockpot until warmed through. The microwave also works well if you need it reheated more quickly.
Store cooled crockpot Buffalo chicken dip in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let it thaw in the fridge prior to reheating.
Serving Suggestions
I like to serve this slow cooker Buffalo chicken dip as a sharing appetizer with store-bought or homemade tortilla chips . Though I find these Mexican cheese crackers , or even a homemade crusty baguette , taste great as well with this cheesy dip.
more dips to try
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White Queso Recipe
Crack Dip
Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Equipment
- Crockpot
Ingredients
- 8 oz. cream cheese full fat is best, room temperature and cubed (1 brick)
- 1 lb. cooked and shredded chicken or use leftover roasted chicken
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce
- ¾ cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese Jack or Mozzarella also work well, divided
- sliced green onions optional, for garnish
- crumbled blue cheese optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the cubed cream cheese inside the crock of a slow cooker. Top with shredded chicken, Buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and 1 cup of the cheddar cheese. 8 oz. cream cheese, 1 lb. cooked and shredded chicken, 1 cup Buffalo sauce, ¾ cup ranch dressing, 2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
- Cover and cook on high for 1-2 hours, or until heated through. Stir the dip together until well mixed.
- Add the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with tortilla chips and celery sticks, garnished with green onions and/or blue cheese crumbles, if desired. sliced green onions, crumbled blue cheese
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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
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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
