Lindley’s Buffalo Chicken Dip

Choose whether you prefer the classic blue cheese flavor or the milder ranch option. Blue cheese provides a bold, tangy flavor while ranch offers a creamier and more mild taste​.

Ingredients:

  • 1 whole chicken, roasted (or a store-bought rotisserie chicken) - shredded

  • 1 lb cream cheese, softened

  • ¾ - 1 cup buffalo sauce (Frank’s, Pete’s or your favorite)

  • Option 1 (Blue Cheese):

    • 1 cup blue cheese dressing

    • 1¼ cups blue cheese crumbles

    • 1¼ cups white cheddar

  • Option 2 (Ranch):

    • 1 cup ranch dressing

    • 1¼ cups shredded sharp cheddar (extra for topping)

  • Optional - 1 cup celery, very finely chopped (for crunch)

  • Optional - ¼ cup finely chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°

  2. Roast the Chicken:  See roasted chicken recipe page #####? and cool. Or use rotisserie chicken -  shred the meat.

  3. Prepare the Dip: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and your choice of dressing (blue cheese or ranch). Add the shredded chicken last.

    • If using blue cheese: Stir in 1 cup of blue cheese crumbles and 1 cup of white cheddar cheese 

    • If using ranch: Stir in 1¼ cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese.

  4. Very optional: Add celery: Mix in the celery

  5. Bake: Spread the mixture in a shallow baking dish.

    • If using blue cheese: Top with the remaining blue cheese crumbles.

    • If using ranch: Top with extra cheddar cheese.

  6. Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbling and the cheese on top is golden brown.

  7. Broil (optional): For a crispy top, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.

Garnish and Serve: Garnish with finely chopped green onions. Serve with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crostini.