Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip

Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy party appetizer made with shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melted cheeses. Perfect for Halloween gatherings, it’s baked until bubbly and served with black tortilla chips for a fun, spooky twist everyone will love.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 50

Servings: Servings

Calories: 230kcal

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Baking dish or cast iron skillet
Spatula or spoon
Measuring cups and spoons
Oven

Ingredients

5 boneless skinless chicken thighs (cooked and shredded)
1 cup buffalo sauce
8 oz cream cheese softened
½ cup shredded Fontina cheese
½ cup shredded sharp cheddar
1 oz crumbled blue cheese or gorgonzola
Black tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Mix the base: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese and buffalo sauce. Stir until smooth.
Add the chicken: Fold in shredded chicken, Fontina, cheddar, and half the blue cheese crumbles. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer to a baking dish or skillet: Spread the mixture evenly.
Top and bake: Sprinkle the rest of the blue cheese on top. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the edges are bubbling and the top is slightly golden.
Cool slightly: Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm: Pair with black tortilla chips, carrot sticks, celery, or toasted baguette pieces.

Notes

Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt.
You can make it spicier or milder by adjusting the buffalo sauce amount.
Serve warm for the ultimate cheesy texture.
Add a few blue cheese crumbles on top for extra flavor pop.

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