Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip

I’ve shared so many ‘buffalo style recipes’ with you – everything from Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower bites to Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas to Buffalo Chicken Loaded Fries!! I LOVE the buffalo flavor!

It is SO EASY making this buffalo chicken dip in the Instant Pot, let me share how:

How to make Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip:

• First cook the chicken in the Instant Pot:
  • Add buffalo sauce (recipe here) and ranch dressing to the instant pot. Add chicken.
  • Close the instant pot and place the pressure valve in the sealed position. Set the pot on manual/high pressure and set the timer for 10 minutes.
    • It will take some time to build up to pressure, then the time will begin to count down.

• After the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes (do not flip the valve). After 5 minutes, release the remaining pressure by flipping the valve. Careful as steam will come out of the top of the pot.

• Using 2 forks shred the chicken by pulling it apart. You can also use a hand mixer on low speed to shred the chicken.

• Add cream cheese and shredded cheese to the Instant Pot. Mix until melted and completely combined.

• Once everything is combined you have two options:
  • Serve as is, or transfer to a baking dish and broil to get the top crispy! I like to broil it for a few minutes to have a nice crispy cheese layer on top!
  • Garnish the top with chopped green onions for some extra crunch!

What to serve with the Dip:

• Serve with sliced baguette pieces
• Serve with tortilla chips
• Serve with warm flour tortillas
• Serve with carrot and celery sticks

Can I make Buffalo Chicken Dip in the Slow Cooker?

Yes!

• Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker. Set on high for 5 hours or low for 8 hours.
• Shred the chicken when the time is up and then stir to combine everything.
• Add a layer of cheese on top, then close the lid and leave for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted! Serve!

How to make Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip:

Buffalo chicken dip is really not a health food, but there are a few ways to save some calories and fat grams!

• Instead of using full fat cream cheese, use 1/3 less fat cream cheese. This saves calories and fat.
• Reduce the shredded cheese by 25%. I don’t recommend using low fat cheese because this will not melt well in your dip.
• Serve with healthier options like low carb tortillas, celery sticks, and carrot sticks. Sliced cucumbers and peppers would also be a great way to serve the buffalo chicken dip.

While still not ‘healthy’, this will definitely lighten up the dip.

Here’s some other amazing Instant Pot recipes for you to try:

• Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken is an easy healthy meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes! Great for tacos, salads, rice bowls, or just plain! 
• Instant Pot Lemon Cake is the easiest and most delicious cake! Made in half the time and incredibly moist, you will never make cake another way!
• Instant Pot Snickers Cheesecake is a dessert that takes very little effort! Packed with caramel, peanuts, and milk chocolate, this is the best cheesecake ever!
• Instant Pot Tuscan Chicken Pasta is the perfect easy meal! Packed with pasta, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken in an ultra-creamy sauce makes this over-the-top delicious!
• Instant Pot Lasagna Soup is so flavorful you don’t realize it’s healthy! Make it vegetarian or loaded with meat, it’s up to you!
• Instant Pot Potato Soup is a delicious comfort meal. The soup is the perfect mix of potatoes, bacon, and cheese. In just a few minutes, dinner is served!
• Instant Pot Chicken Noodle soup is rich with flavor and takes only a fraction of the time to make. Warm up on a cold day with this major comfort food