Crockpot Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip

Last Updated on 2021-01-24 by Linda

It is a Sunday in January so I of course am watching football. And just maybe thinking about tasty snacks. OK totally kidding you I am eating tasty snacks. What is it about football and delicious dips?  Today I am snacking on a Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip that is easily made in the crockpot. Telling myself it is healthy and good for me because I am dipping veggies in it.  

Now if Veggies aren’t your jam this works with any carb loaded snack you want. I use the veggies because it justifies in my mind excess amounts of dip. Bread, Crackers and chips fill you up faster. Just remember thi is quick to get started but you do want to give the chicken time to cook, so get up and get this brewing. 

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip

This is one of the tastiest dips I have had in a while.  Almost makes me forget about my Rotel Dip, lol. Kidding nothing makes me forget my Rotel but this one sure comes close in favourites.  A tasty Chicken Dip that is the perfect appetizer for game day. 

This quick and easy appetizer is perfect for tail-gaiting parties and other informal get-togethers. Best of all you just toss all the ingredients into a slow cooker crock, turn it on, and viola! You have a tasty and delicious dish your guests will love.

The amount of heat can be adjusted easily to suit individual tastes by increasing or decreasing the amount of hot sauce and jalapeno used. Although the serving suggestions offered below are gluten-free, this tasty dip can also be served with crackers or crusty bread.

What will you need to Make a Buffalo Spicy Chicken Dip

The ingredient list may seem a bit long but remember this is a crockpot dish.  It’s pretty much a dump and set recipe and who doesn’t love that. 

• 2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• ½ c. chicken broth, preferably organic*
• 3 stalks celery, very finely chopped
• 2 8-oz. packages cream cheese
• ¾ c. Heart Beat hot sauce (use your favourite)
• 1 small jalapeno pepper, finely minced
• 6 oz. crumbled blue cheese, divided if you prefer cheddar that will work as well
• 1 c. Mozzarella cheese, finely shredded
• 3 green onions, tops sliced (optional)
• 1 small jalapeno, sliced (optional)
  
  To Serve:
  Celery stalks
  Carrot sticks
• crackers if you prefer

Creating a Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip

As I mentioned earlier this is a dump and set recipe. You will spend longer getting the ingredients together than you will setting up your crockpot. 

1. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, to taste. Add chicken breasts, broth, celery, cream cheese, hot sauce, jalapeno pepper, and 4 oz. crumbled blue cheese to the crock of a 5 or 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or 6-7 hours on low. If you are not a blue cheese fan you can sub in some cheddar cheese instead. 
2. 30 minutes before serving, remove lid and shred chicken using two forks. Add shredded Mozzarella cheese and stir to combine. Add cover and continue cooking until cheese is completely melted.
3. Remove lid and garnish dip with remaining blue cheese, sliced green onions, or jalapeno, if desired. Keep warm and serve with celery stalks and carrot sticks.

Tip: You may need to add additional chicken broth before serving to achieve desired consistency. 

Time Saver Idea:  This can be made with precooked chicken or ready to serve chicken and then you will only need about a half hour plus in the crockpot. I have used the left over chicken from the night before, shred it and toss it in. 

WHAT TO SERVE WITH THIS RECIPE

VEGGIES: Carrots, cucumbers, and celery are my go to options but  red and green peppers are a great option

Carb Loaded: Crackers, Tortilla chips, or maybe a baguette.  I personally am a fan of Ritz.

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip

This quick and easy appetizer is perfect for tail-gaiting parties and other informal get-togethers. Just toss all the ingredients into a slow cooker crock, turn it on, and viola! You have a tasty and delicious dish your guests will love.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Buffalo Chicken Dip, Spicy Chicken Dip

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 6 hours

Servings: 6

Author: Linda

Ingredients

• 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ½ c. chicken broth preferably organic*
• 3 stalks celery very finely chopped
• 2 8- oz. packages cream cheese
• ¾ c. Heart Beat hot sauce
• 1 small jalapeno pepper finely minced
• 6 oz. crumbled blue cheese divided
• 1 c. Mozzarella cheese finely shredded
• 3 green onions tops sliced (optional)
• 1 small jalapeno sliced (optional)

Instructions

• Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, to taste. Add chicken breasts, broth, celery, cream cheese, hot sauce, jalapeno pepper, and 4 oz. crumbled blue cheese to the crock of a 5 or 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or 6-7 hours on low.
• 30 minutes before serving, remove lid and shred chicken using two forks. Add shredded Mozzarella cheese and stir to combine. Add cover and continue cooking until cheese is completely melted.
• Remove lid and garnish dip with remaining blue cheese, sliced green onions, or jalapeno, if desired. Keep warm and serve with celery stalks and carrot sticks.

Notes

The amount of heat can be adjusted easily to suit individual tastes by increasing or decreasing the amount of hot sauce and jalapeno used. Although the serving suggestions offered below are gluten-free, this tasty dip can also be served with crackers or crusty bread.

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