Cast Iron Buffalo Chicken Dip

This cast iron Buffalo Chicken Dip is the ultimate game-day crowd pleaser, and it doesn’t get much easier than this. Smoky BBQ chicken, plenty of cheese, and classic buffalo heat all baked together into one creamy, scoop-able dip. Perfect for the Super Bowl or any gathering that calls for comfort food!

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 1.5-2 cups chicken thighs (or your favorite cut)
• Smoke ‘n Magic Chicken Rub

For the Dip

• 2 sticks cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups sour cream
• 2-3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (Pro tip: freshly shredded melts better and stays creamier)
• 1½–2 cups chopped cooked chicken
• Additional Smoke ’n Magic Chicken Rub, to taste
• 1 cup buffalo sauce (We used Frank’s RedHot, mixed with a little butter and gently heated)

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Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken
   • Season the chicken generously on both sides with Smoke ’n Magic Chicken Rub
   • BBQ, grill, or smoke until fully cooked.
   • Let rest briefly, then chop into bite-sized pieces and set aside

2. Make the Dip Base
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine:
     • Softened cream cheese
     • Sour cream
     • Shredded cheddar cheese
     • The chopped chicken you set aside
     • Another dash of Smoke ‘n Magic Chicken Rub
     • Buffalo sauce
   • Using a hand mixer, blend until fully incorporated and creamy

3. Add the Cheese Topping
   • Lightly oil a cast iron skillet
   • Transfer the dip mixture to the pan and spread evenly
   • Cover the top with at least 1 cup of freshly-shredded cheddar cheese (or more, no judgement!)
     
4. Bake
   • Preheat your grill, oven or smoker to 350°F
   • Cook for 20-30 minutes until the dip is hot and bubbly and the cheese is fully melted
     
5. Broil and Finish
   • Broil for about 5 minutes to toast and brown the cheese topping
   • Once finished, stir the cheesy crust back into the dip for maximum flavor and texture
   • Serve hot with your favorite chips, crackers or veggies, then sit back and enjoy the perfect game-day dip!

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