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Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip

Spooktacular Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip Your Guests Will Love

This Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip, affectionately called Boo-ffalo Dip, is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s quick to whip up and perfect for Halloween festivities.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip Base
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken is recommended for quick prep.
  • 1 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust to your heat preference.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Cheddar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Drizzle generously.
For the Ghostly Decoration
  • 5 slices White Cheese Slices Any mild white cheese will do.
  • Decorating Gel or Olive Bits Optional for spooky eyes.
For Dipping
  • 3 cups Dippers (Tortilla Chips/Baguette/Celery) Choose based on preference.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • spatula
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce. Stir until evenly coated.
  2. Softened cream cheese in a microwave-safe dish for 15-20 seconds. Spread it across the bottom of a baking dish.
  3. Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken mixture and drizzle ranch dressing on top.
  5. Cut ghost figures from white cheese slices using a cookie cutter and place them on the dip.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  7. Let the dip cool slightly and decorate cheese ghosts with gel or olives before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This dip can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated before baking. It makes party prep a breeze.

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