Description
This Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake is a creamy and spicy dish perfect for parties or a cozy night in. This cheesy chicken casserole is easy to make and incredibly delicious.
Ingredients
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For the Buffalo Chicken Mixture:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Topping:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Garnish:
- Chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix the Buffalo Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing until smooth. Add garlic powder and black pepper. Mix in shredded chicken until coated.
- Bake: Spread the mixture in a greased 8×8-inch baking dish. Top with mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Let cool slightly, then garnish with green onions if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Great with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or over baked potatoes or rice
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for quicker preparation
- For extra heat, add hot sauce or cayenne pepper
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
