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Best Creamy Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip with Blue Cheese

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This creamy slow cooker buffalo chicken dip with blue cheese is a game-day favorite that’s incredibly easy to make. The slow cooker does all the work, resulting in a silky, spicy, and tangy dip with pockets of melted blue cheese that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked chicken, shredded (about 1 lb)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup milk (optional, to thin)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the chicken: If using rotisserie chicken, remove skin and shred meat into bite-sized pieces (about 3 cups). If using canned chicken, drain and flake with a fork. If starting from raw, poach chicken breasts in simmering water for 15-20 minutes until cooked through, then shred.
  2. Soften the cream cheese: Remove cream cheese from fridge 30 minutes before starting. If forgotten, microwave in 10-second bursts until soft but not melted.
  3. Layer in slow cooker: Spray inside of a 2-3 quart slow cooker with non-stick spray. Add shredded chicken, then drop softened cream cheese in chunks on top. Pour buffalo sauce and ranch dressing over everything. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar on top. Do not stir.
  4. Cook on low for 2 hours: Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours. Do not lift the lid.
  5. Stir and add remaining cheese: After 2 hours, remove lid and stir until cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated. If not smooth, cover and cook another 30 minutes. Stir in remaining shredded cheddar and half of the crumbled blue cheese.
  6. Cook for another 15-20 minutes: Cover and cook on low until cheddar is melted and blue cheese crumbles have softened but are still visible.
  7. Top and serve: Sprinkle remaining blue cheese crumbles on top. Garnish with chopped green onions or extra buffalo sauce if desired. Serve immediately with dippers of choice.

Notes

Don’t overcook the dip; 2 hours on low is sufficient. Shred your own cheese for best melting. Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps. Reserve half of the blue cheese to stir in at the end for texture. For a party, keep warm on the ‘warm’ setting.

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