Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip

Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip is a bold, creamy, and irresistibly cheesy appetizer that’s perfect for game days, parties, or casual get-togethers. This version gets an extra flavor boost from smoking, giving it a rich, smoky aroma and taste that pairs perfectly with the spicy buffalo sauce. Whether you're using a smoker, oven, or slow cooker, this dip is sure to be a hit with friends and family alike.

🧀 Ingredients (Serves ~10)

• 2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie or smoked)
  
  

• 1 cup cream cheese (room temperature)
  
  

• ½ cup sour cream
  
  

• 1 cup buffalo sauce (adjust for heat preference)
  
  

• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  
  

• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  
  

• 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning
  
  

• ¼ cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
  
  

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat your smoker to 300°F. If you're using an oven, you can preheat to 375°F instead.
   
   

2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, buffalo sauce, and cheddar cheese. Mix until well blended.
   
   

3. Transfer the mixture into an 8-inch cast-iron skillet or a baking dish. Spread evenly and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
   
   

4. Smoke for about 1 hour to allow the flavors to deepen and absorb the smokiness. If using an oven, bake for 15–20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
   
   

5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions.
   
   

6. Serve warm with chips, sliced vegetables, or bread.
   
   

Optional tip: If you're preparing for a party, you can keep the dip warm in a slow cooker on the "keep warm" setting.

🍽 Serving Suggestions & Tips

• Best Dippers: Tortilla chips, Fritos, pita chips, baguette slices, celery sticks, cucumber slices, baby carrots, or cauliflower florets.
  
  

• Leftover Ideas: Use the dip as a filling for quesadillas, wraps, tacos, or as a topping on baked potatoes and nachos.
  
  

• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–5 days.
  
  

• Flavor Tip: If not using a smoker, you can add about ½ teaspoon of liquid smoke to mimic the smoky flavor.
  
  

🧮 Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approximate)

• Calories: ~109 kcal
  
  

• Protein: Moderate, from chicken and cheese
  
  

• Fat: Moderate to high, from cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheese
  
  

• Carbs: Low to moderate, depending on serving size and dippers used
  
  

Enjoy this smoky, spicy, creamy dip at your next gathering! It’s easy to prepare, customizable, and always a crowd favorite. Let your creativity shine with different cheese blends or heat levels to suit your taste.