Lemon Herb Chicken Skillet
Golden chicken, a bright lemon pan sauce, and just one skillet to wash. A splash of cream softens the citrus without making dinner feel heavy.
Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip
Tangy hot sauce, tender shredded chicken, and a bubbling cheddar top. This scoopable dip comes together in one bowl before a short trip to the oven.
Baked Buffalo Chicken Dip
10 minPrep20 minCook30 minTotal
Amounts scale with servings. Pan size and cooking time may need adjusting for larger batches.
Ingredients
Let’s make it
- 1
Heat the oven to 375°F. Set out a shallow 1-quart baking dish.
- 2
Beat the softened cream cheese with the yogurt and hot sauce until mostly smooth. Fold in the chicken and half of the cheddar.
- 3
Spread the mixture in the dish and scatter the remaining cheddar over it. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until bubbling at the edges and 165°F in the center.
- 4
Let stand for 5 minutes. Finish with green onions and serve with celery, crackers, or tortilla chips.
A few things that help
Soften the cream cheese before mixing so you do not chase little lumps around the bowl.
A shallow dish gives you more browned cheese and heats the middle faster.
Use what you have
Use an equal amount of sour cream in place of yogurt.
For a milder dip, start with ¼ cup hot sauce and add ¼ cup more yogurt.
Your questions, answered
Can I assemble buffalo chicken dip ahead?
Mix and refrigerate it up to a day ahead. Bake from cold, allowing extra time, and check that the center reaches 165°F.
Why is my dip greasy?
Overheating can make cheese release oil. Remove the dish as soon as the center is hot and the edges bubble.
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