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Game Day Party Dip

By: Casey Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 20:07:08 GMT Tasty Snacks
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A cheesy chicken dip is served in a hollowed-out bread bowl, garnished with crumbled blue cheese and chopped green onions. Pin it
A cheesy chicken dip is served in a hollowed-out bread bowl, garnished with crumbled blue cheese and chopped green onions.

Let me share my new favorite way to serve buffalo chicken dip - baked right in a bread bowl! It's become my go-to for game days parties and weekend get-togethers. I'm especially excited to debut it at my Super Bowl party this weekend. Even though my new house isn't quite finished I couldn't resist hosting and serving up all my favorite buffalo-style treats!

A New Twist on Buffalo Dip

This year I wanted to give my classic buffalo chicken dip a fun makeover. While I'll still have my usual spread of Buffalo Pickle Chips Cheddar Biscuits and Honey Mustard Meatballs serving the dip in a bread bowl takes it to a whole new level.

How The Idea Was Born

The inspiration came from my Caramelized Pear and Brie Bread Bowl that everyone goes crazy for during the holidays. After making it three times for parties last month I started wondering what else would work in a bread bowl. Of course buffalo chicken dip was the perfect answer!

A bread bowl filled with melted cheeses and topped with crumbled blue cheese and herbs, placed on a plate.
A bread bowl filled with melted cheeses and topped with crumbled blue cheese and herbs, placed on a plate.

Perfect Party Solution

Since we always serve bread with buffalo chicken dip anyway baking it right in the bowl just makes sense. Plus cleanup is so much easier - no baking dish to wash afterwards which in my book makes it the perfect party recipe!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I prepare this ahead?

Yes, assemble up to a day ahead and bake just before serving.

What bread works best?

Sourdough works great as it's sturdy, but any round crusty bread will do.

Can I use rotisserie chicken?

Yes, rotisserie chicken makes for quick and easy prep.

How do I serve this?

Cut slits around edge for pulling apart, use bread top cubes for dipping.

Can I make this milder?

Adjust buffalo sauce amount to control heat level.

4.30 from 263 votes

Buffalo Chicken Bread Bowl

Prep Time:
15 Minutes
Cook Time:
25 Minutes
Total Time:
40 Minutes
Servings:
8
A cheesy chicken dip is served in a hollowed-out bread bowl, garnished with crumbled blue cheese and chopped green onions.
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Creamy buffalo chicken dip baked right in a hollowed sourdough bread bowl. An impressive appetizer that's perfect for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

  • 1 round sourdough loaf.
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened.
  • 1/4 cup bleu cheese dressing.
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken.
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce.
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, grated.
  • 1/4 cup bleu cheese, crumbled.

Instructions

1.

1. Heat Oven: Heat oven to 375°F.

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2. Cut Top Of Loaf: Cut top 1/2 inch off sourdough loaf.

3.

3. Hollow Bread: Hollow out center carefully, leaving bottom intact.

4.

4. Mix Ingredients: Mix cream cheese, dressing, chicken, buffalo sauce.

5.

5. Fill Bread: Fill bread bowl with mixture.

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6. Add Cheeses: Top with cheddar and bleu cheese.

7.

7. Cover Bread: Cover with bread top.

8.

8. Bake: Bake 20-25 minutes.

9.

9. Prepare Dipping Cubes: Cut top into cubes for dipping.

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10. Prepare Bread Bowl: Cut slits around edge of bowl for pulling apart.

Notes

  1. Great for game day parties.
  2. Can prep ahead and bake later.
  3. Use any round crusty bread.
  4. Adjust buffalo sauce to taste.

Tools You'll Need

  • Baking sheet.
  • Large mixing bowl.
  • Knife.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy.
  • Wheat/Gluten.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 392
  • Total Fat: 19 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 34 g
  • Protein: 21 g