Ingredients
– 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– ½ cup ranch dressing
– ½ cup Buffalo wing sauce
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
– Optional: sliced green onions or fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Creating Buffalo Chicken Dip in the Smoker is easy if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat the Smoker: Set your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and let it preheat for about 15 minutes.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, Buffalo wing sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix until well blended.
3. Transfer to a Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into a smoker-safe baking dish or aluminum foil pan.
4. Place in the Smoker: Place the baking dish in the preheated smoker.
5. Smoke the Dip: Close the lid and smoke for 45-60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the dip is bubbling and the cheese is thoroughly melted.
6. Check Consistency: Ensure the dip is hot and creamy. If it seems too thick, stir in a little more ranch dressing.
7. Garnish: Once ready, remove it from the smoker and let it cool slightly. Garnish with sliced green onions or fresh parsley if desired.
8. Serve Warm: Serve the dip warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or fresh veggies.
By following these steps, you’ll create a stunning Buffalo Chicken Dip that won’t last long on the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 28g
- Protein: 20g