This gluten-free buffalo chicken dip is creamy, rich and perfect as a dipping sauce alongside vegetable crudités, crackers or breadsticks. Great as an appetizer or finger food for game day gatherings and football season. Totally dairy-free too.
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What is Buffalo Chicken Dip?
Buffalo chicken dip is a rich and creamy dip that made with shredded chicken, ranch dressing, cream cheese and plenty of cheese, and is usually baked until the cheese is golden on top and the dip is melted.
A crowd favorite, this comfort food is a common appetizer in the United States, and is often served with crackers, breadsticks or vegetable crudités, particularly during game night and super bowl parties.
Why This Recipe Works:
- Simple Ingredients: The ingredients required for this gluten-free dairy-free buffalo chicken dip are easily accessible at the local grocery store (nothing fancy required!).
- Easy to Make: Preparing this chicken buffalo dip is just a matter of mixing the dip ingredients together over heat on the stovetop before baking until ready.
- Totally Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free: The best part is that unlike the traditional version which usually contains tons of dairy, this easy buffalo chicken dip is 100% gluten-free and dairy-free, which means that even those with Celiac disease or gluten or lactose intolerances are able to enjoy it without issues!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Here’s a visual overview of the ingredients required for this gluten-free buffalo chicken dip recipe.
(For exact measurements, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)
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Recipe Notes + Substitutions:
- Shredded Chicken: I used cooked and shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts, but you can use any type of chicken you prefer. If you prefer, you may also use shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience sake.
- Hot Sauce: I used gluten-free hot sauce to keep this recipe gluten-free. However, if you are not Celiac or gluten-intolerant, go ahead and use normal hot sauce instead.
- Cream Cheese: I used dairy-free cream cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free. However, if you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use normal cream cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt if you prefer to instead.
- Mayonnaise: Mayonnaise adds extra creaminess and tanginess to the dip. If you are allergic to eggs, you may use egg-free mayonnaise instead.
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: I used dairy-free shredded mozzarella cheese to keep this recipe lactose-free. If you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use normal mozzarella cheese instead!
- Green Onions: A sprinkle of green onions adds extra flavor and color. Alternatively, you may also use chopped fresh chives if you prefer.
- Ranch Dressing: I used dairy-free ranch dressing to keep this recipe dairy-free. If you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use normal ranch dressing instead.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip (Step by Step):
1. Preheat Oven
Preheat the oven to 380F.
2. Mix Chicken with Hot Sauce
Place the shredded chicken in a saucepan or skillet, then add the hot sauce and mix. Cook on low heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add Ranch Dressing and Cream Cheese
Add ranch dressing and cream cheese to the saucepan. Mix thoroughly and heat for another 2 minutes.
4. Add Mozzarella and Stir
Add half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and stir, then heat for 2 more minutes, stirring.
6. Top with Remaining Cheese
Top with remaining shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Bake Until Golden
Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is light brown and bubbly.
8. Serve and Enjoy
Serve the gluten-free buffalo chicken dip hot, along with gluten-free crackers, breadsticks, tortilla chips, or fresh veggies such as carrot sticks and celery sticks.
Dish by Dish Tips/Tricks:
- Use Cheese of Choice: I used dairy-free mozzarella cheese, but you can also use other cheeses such as cheddar cheese if you prefer.
- Use Rotisserie Chicken: Instead of cooking and shredding chicken breast for this delicious dip, you can also use shredded rotisserie chicken if you prefer.
Recipe FAQs:
To store, place any leftover dip in an airtight container and store for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
Yes you can! To freeze, place the chicken dip in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months. Let thaw completely overnight in the refrigerator before using.
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Gluten-Free Buffalo Chicken Dip (Dairy-Free)
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This gluten-free buffalo chicken dip is creamy, rich and perfect as a dipping sauce alongside vegetable crudités, crackers or breadsticks. Great as an appetizer or finger food for gatherings and parties. Totally dairy-free too.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (approx. 6 oz.)
- 4 tablespoons gluten-free hot sauce
- 5 tablespoons dairy-free cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 cups shredded dairy-free mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons chopped green onion
- 3 tablespoons dairy-free ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 380F.
- Mix Chicken with Hot Sauce: Place the shredded chicken in a saucepan or skillet, then add the hot sauce and mix. Cook on low heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Ranch Dressing and Cream Cheese: Add ranch sauce and cream cheese to the saucepan. Mix thoroughly and heat for another 2 minutes.
- Add Shredded Cheese: Add half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and stir, then heat for 2 more minutes, stirring.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Transfer the mixture to a 9”x 13” baking pan.
- Top with Remaining Cheese: Top with remaining shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake Until Golden: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is light brown and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve buffalo chicken dip hot, along with gluten-free crackers, breadsticks, or carrot and celery sticks.
Notes
Shredded Chicken: I used cooked and shredded chicken breast, but you can use any type of chicken you prefer. If you prefer, you may also use shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience sake.
Hot Sauce: I used gluten-free hot sauce to keep this recipe gluten-free. However, if you are not Celiac or gluten-intolerant, go ahead and use normal hot sauce instead.
Cream Cheese: I used dairy-free cream cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free. However, if you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use normal cream cheese instead.
Mayonnaise: Mayonnaise adds extra creaminess and tanginess to the dip. If you are allergic to eggs, you may use egg-free mayonnaise instead.
Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: I used dairy-free shredded mozzarella cheese to keep this recipe lactose-free. If you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use normal mozzarella cheese instead!
Green Onions: A sprinkle of green onions adds extra flavor and color. Alternatively, you may also use chopped fresh chives if you prefer.
Ranch Dressing: I used dairy-free ranch dressing to keep this recipe dairy-free. If you are not lactose-intolerant, go ahead and use normal ranch dressing instead.
Storing/Freezing: To store, place the dairy-free buffalo chicken dip in an airtight container and store for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. To freeze, place the chicken dip in a freezer-safe container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months. Let thaw completely overnight in the refrigerator before using.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dips
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: gluten-free buffalo chicken dip
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