The Best Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip

Look no further for the BEST Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip! This easy smoked buffalo chicken dip recipe is smoked to perfection. It has just the right amount of smoky flavor.

Here in Kansas City, we know how to barbecue. It’s not unusual to see both a grill and a smoker fired up at someone’s house, at the same time. We also LOVE the classic Buffalo Chicken Dip so it’s even better here in Kansas City to make SMOKED Buffalo Chicken Dip!

Buffalo Chicken Dip is a super popular appetizer here in the Midwest! It’s a creamy, spicy dip that is a game day staple – we serve it at every single football watch party! The flavors are slightly spicy and taste like creamy buffalo sauce, almost perfectly mimicking the awesome flavor of buffalo chicken wings.

“Smoked this in the Traeger. A++” – Lindsay Ann

But, like everything here in the Midwest, we like buffalo chicken dip better when it’s smoked! So, the next time you’re cooking for the big game, fire up your smoker and make this dreamy buffalo dip that tastes just like buffalo wings.

“Easy recipe. This dip was a huge success at our VGK watch party. Only thing I’d do differently is incorporate a little more spice. Definitely making again!” – Pamela

Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip Ingredients

The primary ingredient in this yummy smoked dip is shredded chicken!

I like to grab a whole chicken from the deli that’s already been roasted on the rotisserie and then shred it. This is a great way to save some time.

You can also pre-cook chicken breasts or chicken thighs or even smoke them! Smoked chicken adds a whole new level of smokiness. Regardless of how you cook your chicken, you will need four cups of shredded chicken for this recipe.

Beyond chicken, you will need cream cheese, hot sauce and seasonings. This smoked dip recipe is really pretty simple!

Grilled Option

You can also make this nice melty dip on your gas grill! Just cook over low, indirect heat for the same amount of time on a covered grill.

The dip will not have a super smoky flavor, but you can add smoke to the mix by adding a few wood chips to the hot coals.

How to Keep Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip Moist

Please note that when you smoke or grill chicken dip, it can come out a bit drier than you’re used to. But there’s ways to prevent this!

You can help this by adding a water pan to your smoker, which maintains a moist air environment within the smoker.

Also, if needed, you can add extra ranch dressing or buffalo wing sauce after the cook time to add back some moisture.

You will smoke this creamy dip uncovered in its pan to allow the smoke to penetrate the buffalo chicken mixture.

If you feel that the dip is getting dry towards the end of the smoke time, feel free to cover it with aluminum foil to keep the moisture in.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your smoky buffalo chicken dip directly from the baking dish with carrots, celery, crackers, tortilla chips or sliced baguette!  This dip is delicious warm or at room temperature.

To make it look festive, sprinkle with a bit of fresh cilantro, bleu cheese crumbles or dashes or hot sauce.

How to Use Leftover Buffalo Chicken Dip

Yes, this dip is great for leftovers and will store in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 3 days.

There are so many ways to use leftover buffalo chicken dip. Here are a few ideas:

• Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
• Stuffed Baked Potatoes or Potato Skins
• Dilute with chicken broth to make Buffalo Chicken Soup
• Serve on top of French fries
• Spread it on top of a flatbread with a bit of extra cheese and bake like a Buffalo Chicken Pizza!

I hope you enjoy this delicious dip, packed with gooey goodness! If you enjoy this recipe, I think you’ll also enjoy these recipes:

Smoked Beer Can Chicken | The Creamiest Smoked Mac and Cheese | How to Smoke a Whole Turkey for Thanksgiving | Smoked Pulled Pork – Perfect Every Time!