Slow Cooker Ground Chicken Buffalo Dip (Easy Game Day Recipe)

The Slow Cooker Ground Chicken Buffalo Dip is a delicious twist on a classic. Ground chicken, ranch dressing, cream cheese, blue cheese, cheddar, and wing sauce all cook into a rich, creamy, dreamy dip. Just stir everything together in your slow cooker and let it work its magic.

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Recipe at a glance (TL;DR)

Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 2-3 hours on high or 4-6 hours on low
Main Ingredients: Ground chicken, wing sauce, ranch dressing, blue cheese, cheddar cheese
Servings: 10
Best for: Game day, party appetizers, holiday, family gatherings
Why it's Lazy: No need to buy or shred cooked chicken; dump and go

This is the ultimate any-time-you-need-an-appetizer recipe. No need to worry about having leftover chicken or buying rotisserie. This dish is made by adding uncooked ground chicken right into your slow cooker along with all the other ingredients.

Why you'll love this recipe

It is prepped, cooked, and served warm right from the same pot.
Made with ground chicken, resulting in a smooth, creamy dip that has chicken flavor evenly distributed throughout.
Customizable spice level
Easy to make ahead and reheat leftovers

📝Ingredient shopping list

Following are the ingredients you'll need to make this ground chicken Buffalo dip. Full quantities and instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this page

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Meat

Ground chicken ~ No need to cook it before adding it to your slow cooker.

Dairy

Whipped cream cheese
Blue cheese crumbles
Cheddar cheese - sharp, shredded
Ranch dressing

Condiments

Buffalo wing sauce ~ or hot sauce of your choice

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Preparing your slow cooker

Lightly coat your slow cooker with a non-stick spray or oil before cooking
Olive oil and avocado oil are both great choices for this recipe
Use a slow cooker liner for the easiest cleanup (always an optional step)

🎥Watch how to make it

Step-by-step Instructions

A white bowl filled with raw ground chicken sits in a slow cooker, ready to be used in a ground chicken buffalo chicken dip recipe.

Add ground chicken to a well-greased slow cooker. Use a silicone spoon or spatula to break it apart.

Inside a slow cooker, uncooked ground chicken is topped with piles of shredded cheddar cheese, blue cheese crumbles, buffalo sauce, and a swirl of creamy dressing, all about to be combined and cooked into buffalo chicken dip.

Add in remaining ingredients and stir well to fully combine.

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Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours. After cooking, stir fully again.

Shredded cheddar cheese covers a layer of ground chicken buffalo dip in a white oval baking dish, ready to be cooked.

Top with the remaining shredded cheese, cover, and allow to melt. Turn to warm and serve right from your slow cooker.

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Substitution suggestions

Swap regular block cream cheese cut into cubes in place of whipped. I prefer whipped because it melts faster.
Pepper Jack cheese can be used in place of cheddar for extra heat.
Top with sliced green onion and some blue cheese crumbles for classic Buffalo NY style flavor.
We are not fans of super hot, so I use a mild wing sauce. To tailor this to your preference, go with your favorite wing or hot sauce.
I use extra lean ground chicken, but any variety will work.
Want to switch things up fully? Check out my vegetarian version and this turkey version.

Serving ideas

This dip is perfect scooped up with:

Tortilla chips
Carrot chips
Pretzels
Crackers
Celery sticks
Carrot sticks
Crusty bread

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Storing and reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.

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Expert tips from my kitchen

Turn your slow cooker to the warm setting after cooking and serve right there.
To confirm that the chicken is fully cooked and safe to consume, use a meat thermometer. Once the centermost point of the dip reaches 165℉, your dip is ready to go!
If the dip starts to get a film on top after sitting, stir it.
Store leftovers in individual serving-sized containers for easy grab-and-go future meals. It makes the perfect meal on a busy day.
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Don't forget to plug your slow cooker in and turn it on! 😏

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to cook the ground chicken before adding it to my slow cooker?

No. The ground chicken can cook right in the slow cooker along with all of the other ingredients.

What should I do if the dip is thinner than I like?

1. Allow the dip to cool. Turn to the warm setting; it will thicken as it cools.
2. If it is still too thin, add in more cheddar cheese.

What is the best Buffalo sauce to use?

Your favorite! We prefer a mild sauce in my house. Add what you like!

Can I double this recipe?

Yes! Just double all of the ingredients. Cooking time may increase by about 30 minutes or so, depending on your crockpot. Just make sure that your slow cooker is big enough to handle all of the ingredients. I would suggest a 6-quart slow cooker or larger for a doubled recipe.