Marry This 3-Ingredient Buffalo Dip is a creamy and easy recipe, which is made with store-bought chicken salad and Buffalo hot sauce. It’s the ultimate party appetizer, ready in about 5 minutes.
Jump to Recipe3-Ingredient Buffalo Dip Recipe Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce container) store-bought or homemade chicken salad (about 1 cup)
- 1/4 cup Buffalo-style hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 1 ounce), plus more for serving
For Serving:
- Tortilla chips
- Celery sticks
- Carrot sticks
How To Make 3-Ingredient Buffalo Dip
- Combine the Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the chicken salad, Buffalo hot sauce, and the crumbled blue cheese.
- Mix and Garnish: Stir everything together until it is well blended. Spoon the dip into a small serving bowl and top with a few more blue cheese crumbles.
- Serve: Serve immediately with tortilla chips, celery sticks, and carrot sticks for dipping.
Recipe Tips
- What’s the best chicken salad to use? A simple, savory, deli-style chicken salad works best. Avoid using chicken salads that contain sweet ingredients like grapes, apples, or sweet relish, as they will clash with the savory Buffalo flavor.
- Can I serve this dip hot? Absolutely! For a hot version, mix the ingredients as directed, spread them in a small, oven-safe dish, and top with extra blue cheese or some shredded cheddar. Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
- How can I adjust the spice level? This is easy to customize. For a milder dip, start with just 2-3 tablespoons of the hot sauce. For a spicier version, feel free to add more to your taste.
- What if I don’t like blue cheese? If you’re not a fan of blue cheese, you can easily substitute it. A drizzle of ranch dressing mixed into the dip or some shredded sharp cheddar cheese are both fantastic alternatives.
What To Serve With Buffalo Dip
This is a classic party dip that is perfect for game day, potlucks, or any casual get-together. It is best served with sturdy dippers that can handle its creamy texture, such as:
- Tortilla chips or corn chips (like Fritos)
- Celery and carrot sticks
- Bell pepper strips
- Sturdy crackers
How To Store Buffalo Dip
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 3 days, depending on the freshness of the chicken salad you used.
Buffalo Dip Nutrition Facts
- Serving: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
The spice level depends on the hot sauce you use. A classic Buffalo-style sauce like Frank’s RedHot has a medium, tangy heat that is not overwhelmingly spicy for most people.
Yes, homemade chicken salad is perfect for this! For the best flavor, use a simple recipe made with just cooked chicken, mayonnaise, celery, and seasonings.
Absolutely! This is the perfect make-ahead party dip. You can mix it all together, cover it, and store it in the refrigerator for up to a day. The flavors will have even more time to meld together.
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3-Ingredient Buffalo Dip Recipe
Course: AppetizersCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy6
servings5
minutes280
kcalThe ultimate party shortcut, this creamy and tangy cold Buffalo dip uses pre-made chicken salad and comes together in just 5 minutes with only 3 ingredients.
Ingredients
1 (8-oz) container chicken salad
1/4 cup Buffalo-style hot sauce
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
Dippers for serving (chips, celery, etc.)
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine the chicken salad, hot sauce, and crumbled blue cheese.
- Stir everything together until it is well blended.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, top with a few more blue cheese crumbles, and serve immediately with your favorite dippers.
Notes
- The most important tip for this recipe is to use a simple, savory deli-style chicken salad for the best flavor.
- This is the perfect make-ahead dip; the flavors get even better after a few hours in the refrigerator.
- For a delicious hot version, simply bake the mixed dip in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Don’t be shy with the blue cheese; its tangy flavor is the perfect complement to the spicy Buffalo sauce.
