Ingredients and Weight:
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
Difficulty Level:
1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and cover with hot sauce.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken using two forks or a meat shredder.
- Stir in the ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
- Top with diced celery, onion, and blue cheese (if using).
- Serve with your favorite dipping items, such as tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of the dip)
- Calories: 290
- Fat: 17 grams
- Saturated fat: 9 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Protein: 22 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and cheesy
- Spicy and flavorful
- Perfect for parties and game days
- Easy to prepare in a slow cooker
User Comments:
- "This is the best buffalo chicken dip I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful, and the blue cheese adds a nice touch."
- "I made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, even those who don't usually like buffalo sauce."
- "This dip is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I always double the recipe because it goes so quickly."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- If you don't have a slow cooker, you can make this dip in a Dutch oven over low heat.
- For a spicier dip, use a hotter hot sauce.
- If you don't like blue cheese, you can omit it or substitute another type of cheese, such as crumbled feta or goat cheese.
