Description
This Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy delight perfect for low-carb diets. Combining shredded chicken, garlic, cream cheese, buffalo ranch sauce, and cheddar cheese, this dip is quickly cooked on the stovetop then baked to bubbly perfection, making it an irresistible appetizer for game days or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Shredded chicken
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 4 Cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
- 1/4 Cup Cream Cheese
- 1/2 Cup Buffalo Ranch Sauce
- 1/2 Cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Wash and shred the chicken breasts if not pre-shredded. Mince the fresh garlic cloves. Grate the cheddar cheese if needed. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) to get it ready for baking the dip.
- Heat the Skillet: Use an iron skillet, preheating it thoroughly for even cooking. Be sure to handle with a pot holder as the handle will get hot during cooking.
- Sauté Garlic: Add olive oil to the hot skillet and sauté the minced garlic until it turns a golden brown, releasing its flavor.
- Cook Chicken and Mix Sauces: Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and let it simmer briefly. Stir in the buffalo ranch sauce followed by the cream cheese. Mix until the cream cheese melts and all ingredients are fully combined into a creamy mixture.
- Add Cheddar Cheese: Incorporate the shredded cheddar cheese into the mixture. You can either mix it in thoroughly to blend the cheese flavors throughout the dip or sprinkle it on top for a cheesy crust after baking. Mixing is recommended for a uniform cheesy taste.
- Bake the Dip: Transfer the skillet or dip mixture to an oven-safe dish if your skillet isn’t oven-safe. Bake in the preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to heat through.
- Broil to Brown: After baking, switch your oven to broil mode and broil the dip for a few minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbly. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the oven and let the dip cool slightly before serving with your choice of keto-friendly dippers like celery sticks, cucumber slices, or low-carb crackers.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded chicken or rotate cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust buffalo ranch sauce quantity depending on your spice preference.
- If you don’t have an iron skillet, use an oven-safe pan or transfer the dip to a baking dish before baking.
- For a creamier texture, soften the cream cheese to room temperature before mixing.
- This dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
