Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, and green onions. Mix well with a hand mixer or stand mixer.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
7. Garnish with additional green onions and blue cheese crumbles, if desired.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
6-8 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 290
Fat: 24g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Protein: 15g
Sodium: 690mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use canned chicken instead of shredded cooked chicken.
- You can use a different type of cheese, such as mozzarella or pepper jack, instead of cheddar cheese.
- You can use a different type of hot sauce instead of buffalo sauce.
Variations:
- You can add diced celery or carrots for extra crunch.
- You can add diced jalapeños for extra heat.
- You can add bacon bits for extra flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- You can make this dip ahead of time and refrigerate it until you're ready to bake it.
- Serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crackers.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the dip in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the dip in a decorative bowl or dish.
- Garnish with additional green onions and blue cheese crumbles.
Garnishes:
- Green onions
- Blue cheese crumbles
- Bacon bits
Pairings:
- Tortilla chips
- Celery sticks
- Crackers
Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw
- Potato salad
- Macaroni and cheese
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dip is too thick, you can add a little bit of milk to thin it out.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F before using it in the dip.
- Store leftover dip in the refrigerator and discard any leftovers that have been sitting at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Food history:
- Buffalo chicken dip is believed to have originated in Buffalo, New York, where buffalo wings were first created.
Flavor profiles:
- Spicy
- Tangy
- Creamy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or snack at a party or gathering.
- Serve as a main dish with a side salad or vegetables.
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