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Buffalo Chicken Dip with Zucchini

An easy party dip made with buffalo wing sauce, cream cheese, sour cream & shredded zucchini.  An excellent way to sneak in some veggies. Make it easily in your slow cooker, on the stove or in the oven.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip with Zucchini is perfect for summer parties

It’s that time of year when everyone’s gardens are overflowing with zucchini.  I always look forward to zucchini season since I find it so versatile.

With it’s mild flavor, you can toss it in just about anything with awesome results.

Sadly, my husband doesn’t share the same enthusiasm for my beloved summer squash so I am always trying to find creative ways to sneak it into our dishes and baked goods.

He’s a big fan of anything Buffalo Chicken so I threw in some shredded zucchini into this Buffalo Chicken Dip and he had no clue I snuck in some green goodies in there.

In fact, the dip was so deliciously addicting that he finished the whole batch in one sitting.

Buffalo Chicken Dip with Zucchini is easy to whip up and perfect for summer parties

It’s also perfect for serving at parties, get-togethers or when you just want something satisfying to snack on while you’re watching the game.

If you are serving a large group, you may want to double the recipe since it goes fast.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip with Zucchini is perfect for summer parties

I used shredded rotisserie chicken, cream cheese, Gay Lea’s Gold Premium Sour Cream for that ultra smooth and creamy texture plus three types of cheese along with some hot sauce.

It’s delicious served with tortilla chips, celery, pita chips and carrots.  It’s also really easy to make in your slow cooker, stove top or oven.

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip with Zucchini is perfect for summer parties

 

Since I haven’t felt like turning my oven on much these days, I just tossed all the ingredients into my crockpot.  I loved how effortless it was to make – just set and forget and dip away!

Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip with Zucchini is perfect for summer parties

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Buffalo Chicken Dip with Zucchini
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 
An easy party dip made with buffalo wing sauce, cream cheese, sour cream & shredded zucchini. An excellent way to sneak in some veggies. Make it easily in your slow cooker, on the stove or in the oven.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: appetizer recipe for party, buffalo dip easy, recipe for superbowl
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 264 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded chicken cooked (I used rotisserie chicken)
  • 1/2-1 cup hot sauce I used Frank's (use more or less depending on how well you handle heat)
  • 1 8-ounce package reduced fat cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup Gay Lea Gold Premium Sour Cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheese divided (I used a mix of cheddar, monterey jack and mozarella)
  • 1 medium zucchini peeled, shredded
  • 1-2 green onions thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
For the Crock Pot:

  1. Spray crock pot with non-stick cooking spray

  2. Stir together the cream cheese, sour cream, chicken, hot sauce, and cheeses until well-combined in the Crock Pot.
  3. Cook on low for 1 hour until the cheese is melted. Stir in the zucchini and continue cooking for another 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking. Add reserved cheese and cook until cheese is all melted and the dip starts to bubble on edges.
  4. Top with green onions and serve warm with your favorite chips, crackers, and veggies.
For the Oven:
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Reserve 1/4 cup of shredded cheese. Combine all the ingredients in a 1-quart baking dish. Top with reserved cheese .
  2. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until mixture is heated through. You can broil the dip at the end to give the cheese a nice crust.
  3. Top with green onions and serve warm with your favorite chips, crackers, and veggies.
For the Stove:
  1. In a medium saucepan, stir together all the ingredients until combined over medium-low heat. Continue heating for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and the dip is simmering. Remove and top with green onions and serve warm with your favorite chips, crackers, and veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Buffalo Chicken Dip with Zucchini
Amount Per Serving (1 serving (1/6 recipe))
Calories 264 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 10g 50%
Cholesterol 85mg 28%
Sodium 927mg 39%
Potassium 305mg 9%
Total Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Sugars 2g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin A 12.5%
Vitamin C 26.1%
Calcium 24.2%
Iron 3.6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  2. This dip looks absolutely amazing, Kelly! I’m pretty sure that my husband and I would devour this in one sitting, too. And I love that you gave three ways to make this. I’ve never made a dip in the crock pot before, so this sounds perfect! Love the flavors!

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  5. Dips are SUCH a weakness of mine!! This looks fantastic Kelly! I love that you snuck some zucchini in too! Have a wonderful weekend friend!!

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  6. I love the twist you put on the classic buffalo chicken dip, Kelly! The zucchini idea is genius so picky kids (and adults!) will happily eat this. If I won the giveaway, I’d try making this dip. Sounds like a party pleaser for sure!

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  11. There’s actually chicken in the dip, that’s awesome!! I love anything buffalo chicken and I would totally be wary of zucchini too but you can’t even tell it’s in there at all. And love that everythign comes together no-fuss in the slow cooker.

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  15. Love everything about this. I could eat if for dinner and not just an appetizer. 🙂 And love that you stuck the zucchini in there when the hubby wasn’t looking. Did you ever tell him? 🙂 I also need to start using my crockpot more so this is right up my alley. I’m horrible at using it. Hope you have a great weekend Kelly! Pinned!

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  20. I (unlike your hubby), love zucchini and summer squash, but I love how you sneaked it in there 🙂 for extra veggies. And, I love using rotisserie chicken – it makes prep time so much easier for weeknights. I can see why you all ate this in one sitting!

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  21. From the title, I’m thinking you’re using zucchini sticks as the dipper! Putting some in the actual dip is such a smart, smart idea! Being sneaky in this way is the best possible way to be sneaky. : ) Looks totally delicious. Who can resist a dip?! Not me. : )

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  23. I can see that chicken does not have to be boring! What a lovely recipe, girl! Could I serve buffalo chicken dip with mashed potatoes or fries?

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  24. Oh, yeah! What a terrific, flavorful dip! A winner at every party. My hubby feels the same way about zucchini—hiding it is the only way he’d ever eat it :/

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  28. Wow, this dip is so creative Kelly! I love all of the flavours, and I’d never thought of adding chicken to a dip before, what a great idea! I could happily eat the whole lot!

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  31. Okay, seriously Kelly?! I LOOOOVE everything about this dip!! I’m addicted to buffalo chicken dip, but I would NEVER have thought of adding zucchini to it!! You clever, sneaky girl, you!! I’m with you on loving summer squash and my hubs is kind of like yours… he will eat it but he isn’t the biggest fan. This dip is just perfect! Can’t wait to make it and watch my husband devour it, without telling him the zucchini is in it of course! #SneakAttack Pinned!! Cheers, girlie! Hope you are having a great weekend!! <3

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