Give this recipe a try, it is absolutely delicious and will leave you craving more! Buffalo chicken dip is a party staple, be sure and use this recipe to elevate your buffalo chicken dip. You can take the dip to the next level by following this recipe and adding the dip onto the smoker to develop all of those rich flavors. Also, do not forget to sprinkle the dip with a dash of The Bearded Butcher Hot Blend & the iconic Ranch Blend to accentuate the level of flavor. Let’s get Started on this Bearded Butcher Style Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip!
Chefs note:
Before starting this recipe, allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature—this makes mixing much easier and ensures a smooth, creamy dip. For best results, shred your own cheddar cheese if using; freshly shredded cheese melts far better than pre-shredded varieties.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Chicken Breast
- 2 Tbsp Bacon-Up
- 2 Tsp of The Bearded Butcher Hot Seasoning Blend
- 1 Tsp of The Bearded Butcher Ranch Seasoning Blend
- 1 lb Cream Cheese
- 2/3 Cup Red Hot Sauce
- 1 Tsp The Bearded Butcher Ranch Seasoning Blend
- 2 Tsp The Bearded Butcher Hot Seasoning Blend
- 1/2 Cup Blue Cheese Crumbles
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 2/3 Cup Ranch Dressing
Garnish:
- Cooked Chopped Bacon
- Finely Sliced Scallion
- Blue Cheese Crumbles
- Red Hot Sauce, Drizzled
Instructions:
Smoke the Chicken-
- Place one pound of raw chicken breast into a bowl. Add a small amount of Bacon-Up bacon grease, then season with The Bearded Butcher Hot Blend. Mix well to evenly coat the chicken.
- Preheat the smoker to 300°F. Place the chicken breasts directly onto the smoker then cook until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F, about 45 minutes. Flip the chicken every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking. Be careful not to overcook - the chicken will continue cooking once the dip is composed and heated.
- Remove the chicken from the smoker and allow it to rest undisturbed for 10 minutes, then shred.
Prepare the Dip-
- In a mixing bowl, mix one pound of room-temperature cream cheese until smooth.
- Add flavor
Mix in:
- Blue Cheese Crumbles
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- The Bearded Butcher Ranch Blend
- The Bearded Butcher Hot Blend
- Ranch Dressing
- Red Hot Sauce
- Shredded chicken
Stir until everything is fully combined.
Smoke the Dip-
- Transfer the dip to a greased skillet and place it onto the smoker at 350°F. Drizzle additional hot sauce over the top if desired. Smoke until the dip is hot and bubbly throughout.
- Remove from the smoker and garnish as desired. The Butchers recommend chopped cooked bacon, a sprinkle of the Hot Blend, fresh sliced scallions, and blue cheese crumbles.
Serve this dip for any occasion - especially game day. It pairs perfectly with tortilla chips, carrot sticks, and celery. Give this recipe a try and be sure to share how it turned out!
