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Leftover Turkey Cheesy Buffalo Dip Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Leftover Turkey Cheesy Buffalo Dip is a deliciously creamy and spicy appetizer perfect for using up leftover turkey. Combining tender shredded turkey with tangy Frank’s RedHot sauce, creamy cheeses, and zesty ranch dressing, it’s baked to golden perfection and ideal for game days, parties, or casual get-togethers. Serve warm with an assortment of chips and fresh vegetable sticks for a crowd-pleasing snack.

Ingredients

Dip Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded turkey
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tbsp Frank’s RedHot sauce
  • 1/3 cup Ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
  • Optional toppings: chopped green onions, blue cheese crumbles
  • For serving: tortilla chips, carrot sticks, celery sticks, cucumber slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the turkey: Cook or bake the turkey ahead of time, then remove the skin and bones. Shred the cooked turkey meat into small, manageable pieces suitable for mixing into the dip.
  2. Mix the dip ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded turkey, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Ranch dressing, Worcestershire sauce, Frank’s RedHot sauce, granulated garlic, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  3. Bake the dip: Spread the prepared mixture evenly into a 7×11-inch baking dish. Place the dish in a preheated oven at 370°F (188°C) and bake for 25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to heat through.
  4. Add cheese topping and finish baking: Remove the dip from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and turns golden brown.
  5. Serve: Allow the dip to cool slightly before serving. If desired, garnish with chopped green onions and blue cheese crumbles. Serve warm alongside tortilla chips, carrot sticks, celery sticks, or cucumber slices for dipping.

Notes

  • Remove skin and bones thoroughly to ensure a smooth texture in the dip.
  • Adjust the amount of Frank’s RedHot sauce to control the spice level to your preference.
  • Use a 7×11-inch baking dish for even cooking; a similar size can also be substituted.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • For a richer flavor, consider using full-fat cream cheese and mayonnaise.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/leftover-turkey-cheesy-buffalo-dip-recipe/