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Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Dip

This easy Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Dip only takes about 30 minutes to make and is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It is cheesy, spicy, and creamy. Perfect for game day!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer/Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Calories: 291kcal
Author: Brianna May

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ - 2 cups shredded chicken breast*
  • 1 ½ cup pepper jack cheese, divided*
  • ½ cup hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot Original)
  • 4 ounces full fat brick style cream cheese
  • ⅓ cup full fat sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon dill weed
  • fresh chives or blue cheese crumbles, for garnishing

Instructions

  • In a large microwave safe bowl, add the chicken, about 1 cup of the cheese, hot sauce, cream cheese, sour cream, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic, pepper, and dill weed. Microwave for about 60 seconds.
  • Stir until well combined. Heat in 30 second intervals as needed to make combining easier.
  • Transfer to a 7 inch oven safe dish or air fryer cake barrel. Cover tightly with foil. Air fry at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes, or until hot.
  • Uncover & sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  • Air fry again at 400 degrees for another 2-3 minutes or until the top is bubbling and lightly golden brown.
  • Garnish with fresh chives. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Chicken Breast: You can use leftover chicken breast or rotisserie chicken. If you are making fresh chicken, you will need about 2 small raw boneless skinless chicken breasts. Season lightly with salt and pepper and steam or bake. Shred and measure out 1 ½ - 2 cups of chicken. It is important to measure the chicken once cooked because breasts vary in size significantly. 
  • Pepper Jack: I like the extra kick the pepper jack adds. You can also use cheddar or monterey jack cheese.
  • Microwave. This makes the cream cheese and other ingredients much easier to mix. It will also help the dip heat up faster in the air fryer. 
  • Cover. Be sure to cover the dish with foil or the top will burn before the middle is hot. 
  • Save some cheese for topping. The crispy golden cheese on top is my favorite part.

Nutrition

Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 981mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g