Description
The Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake is a creamy, cheesy dish combining the spicy flavor of buffalo chicken with an irresistibly cheesy base, perfect for cozy dinners or party appetizers.
Ingredients
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Buffalo Chicken
- Shredded rotisserie chicken, tossed in buffalo sauce
Creamy Base
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Garnishes
- Chopped green onions
- Optional: celery sticks for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Shred the cooked chicken and mix it with buffalo sauce in a bowl, ensuring all the chicken is well-coated with flavor.
- Combine the Cheesy Mixture: In a separate bowl, combine cream cheese, ranch dressing, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Mix Together: Add the buffalo chicken mixture to the cheesy mixture, stirring well to ensure everything is combined thoroughly.
- Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar on top, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish: Once out of the oven, sprinkle with chopped green onions for a fresh finish.
Notes
- Let the chicken cool slightly before shredding to avoid burns.
- Choose a high-quality buffalo sauce for the best flavor.
- Watch closely to prevent overbaking; it should stay creamy and gooey.
- Let the dish sit for a few minutes before serving to help it set.
- Consider trying toppings like crumbled blue cheese or diced tomatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg