28 ounceblocks cream cheese, cold and cut into cubes
1 1/2cupsshredded cheddar cheese
1/4cupranch dressing
1/4cupbuffalo wing sauce
1teaspoongarlic powder
1/2cupcrumbled blue cheesedivided
1/4cupchopped chives
Chipscrackers, celery and carrots, for serving
Instructions
Add the cooked, shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, buffalo wing sauce, garlic powder and half the blue cheese to the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on LOW for 1 hour.
Stir to combine. Cover and continue cooking on LOW for another 30 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and the dip is hot and creamy.
Sprinkle with the remaining blue cheese and chopped chives, if desired.
Switch the slow cooker to WARM and serve with chips, crackers, celery and carrots.
Notes
Chicken: Use fully cooked, shredded chicken breast. Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut. Do not add raw chicken directly to the dip.
Cream Cheese: Cut into small cubes for easier melting. Full-fat block cream cheese produces the creamiest texture.
Cheese: Freshly shredded cheddar melts more smoothly than pre-shredded cheese. Monterey Jack or Colby Jack can be substituted.
Buffalo Sauce: Use prepared buffalo wing sauce, not plain hot sauce. Add more to taste if you prefer a spicier dip.
Cooking Time: Slow cooker temperatures vary. Cook until the dip is hot throughout, the cheeses are completely melted and the mixture is creamy.
Keeping Warm: Switch the slow cooker to WARM after cooking. Stir occasionally and keep the dip at a food-safe temperature of 140°F or above while serving.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers promptly in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Reheating: Reheat until the center reaches 165°F before serving.
Freezing: Not recommended because the cream cheese may separate and become grainy after thawing.