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Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip

Spooky Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip That Everyone Will Love

This Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip is a crowd-pleaser, featuring a creamy mix with a spicy kick and festive ghost-shaped cheese. Perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 2 cups shredded chicken use rotisserie chicken for speedy prep
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce adjust for taste preference
  • 8 oz cream cheese soften in the microwave for easier mixing
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing blue cheese dressing may be substituted
For the Ghost Decoration
  • 4 slices sliced cheese (white) mozzarella or cheddar are alternatives
  • decorating gel or olive bits optional but adds character
For Dipping
  • 1 bag tortilla chips or baguette slices/celery sticks

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken and buffalo sauce, tossing until the chicken is fully coated.
  2. Soften the cream cheese in the microwave for 15 to 20 seconds, then layer it in the bottom of a baking dish.
  3. Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture over the cream cheese layer, smoothing it out for an even surface.
  4. Drizzle ranch dressing generously over the buffalo chicken layer for added flavor.
  5. Cut ghost shapes from the sliced cheese and arrange them on top of the dip.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 15 to 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Let it cool slightly before adding decorating gel or small bits of olives for ghost eyes.
  8. Serve warm with tortilla chips, baguette slices, or celery sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust the buffalo sauce to cater to your audience's spice tolerance. Can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator before baking.

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