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It’s football season, and that means it’s the time of year for tailgating, parties, and all-around good fun! Planning a game day party can be daunting, especially if you’ll be taking it to the actual game. You need to come up with tailgate food ideas, coordinate who’s bringing what, make a list of items you need to bring, and pack everything.

That’s why this best buffalo chicken dip recipe is a perfect choice since you can make it ahead of time and just keep it warm in the slow cooker until you’re ready to serve it!

What equipment do I need to make this Slow Cooker Chicken Dip?

First and foremost, I think it goes without saying that you’ll need a slow cooker or Crockpot. I have a 2.5-quart Crockpot. I’ve found that it’s the perfect size for dip recipes like this one and my Beer Cheese Dip.

To shred the cheese, I use a cheese grater or food processor.

Use a spatula to stir the ingredients once in the Crockpot. It makes it so easy to scrape down the sides of the slow cooker and mix all of the ingredients together.

Ingredients for this Buffalo Dip Recipe

Gather the following simple ingredients to make this easy recipe:

• 1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
• 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup Hellman’s Real Mayonnaise
• ½ cup blue cheese crumbles
• 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
• 2 green onions, chopped
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Fresh Italian parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

What kind of chicken should I use in this shredded chicken dip recipe?

I used the canned chicken that I also ordered online on Walmart.com. You can also use poached chicken breasts, leftover chicken, or even a rotisserie chicken like I used for this Buffalo Chicken Cheese Ball.

Can I substitute something else for the Blue Cheese?

If blue cheese isn’t for you, then I recommend using ½ cup of ranch dressing instead.

How to make Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

First, spray your slow cooker bowl with cooking spray or use a liner for easy cleanup.

Next, combine all the ingredients except the parsley in the bowl of the crockpot. Cook it on low for 1 ½ hours. Then stir everything together and it’s ready to serve!

I like to keep it on the “Keep Warm” setting to keep that cheese nice and melty.

What should I serve with this buffalo chicken cheesy dip?

This delicious dip goes well with just about any snacky side. Here are some suggestions:

• Crackers (Ritz, Wheat Thins, Triscuits, etc.)
• Tortilla Chips
• Bagel Chips
• Pita Chips
• Carrot sticks
• Celery sticks
• Sliced Baguette
• Mini Naan Bread

Can I bake this Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip in the oven? 

YES! You can make this Buffalo Chicken Dip in the oven. Just preheat your oven to 350°F. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl and pour into a shallow 1-quart baking dish. Bake it for 20 minutes until mixture is heated throughout.

Stir and sprinkle with chopped parsley and additional green onions.

How do I store leftover Chicken Dip?

Once your buffalo chicken cools to room temperature, transfer leftover dip to an airtight container, then store it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in a saucepan or slow cooker to serve it again.

Can you freeze Buffalo Chicken Dip?

Yes, you can freeze this dip easily! Allow the dip to cool completely before transferring it into a freezer-safe dish or plastic bag. You can store buffalo chicken dip in the freezer for up to 3 months.

More Tailgate Recipes

Of course, you’ll need more appetizers and desserts so I’ve got more tailgate food recipe ideas. They’re also great at home for a Super Bowl party.

• Take this Taco Dip, and make sure you bring LOTS of tortilla chips for it AND the Buffalo Chicken Dip! No one wants to run out of chips!
• A fan favorite at our house are these Ham and Cheese Party Sandwiches. They’re so easy to make and super convenient to transport, too.
• Tailgate parties need plenty of finger foods, too, so remember to put those on the menu.
• All parties need desserts! Cookies are my go-to dessert. They’re easy to make, easy to take anywhere, and even easier to eat. You can never go wrong with a Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie. 

Love that Buffalo Chicken?

I admit that buffalo sauce is a huge favorite of mine! Here are some other recipes I’ve made using that tangy sauce:

• Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
• Buffalo Chicken Spinach Alfredo
• Buffalo Chicken Salad
• Buffalo Chicken Cheese Ball

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Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

This Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip is a great appetizer for your next game day tailgate party. It's a super easy, cheesy, no-bake Buffalo chicken recipe everyone loves and goes perfectly with chips, crackers, sliced veggies, and bread!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 50 minutes minutes

Servings 6 servings

Calories 436kcal

Author Lynne Feifer

Equipment

• 2 quart slow cooker

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cup shredded cooked chicken
• 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise
• ½ cup crumbled blue cheese
• ⅓ cup Buffalo sauce See NOTE below
• 2 green onions chopped
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• fresh Italian parsley, chopped for garnish, if desired

Instructions

• In a 2-quart slow cooker, combine the chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, Hellmann's Real Mayonnaise, blue cheese, Buffalo sauce, green onions, and garlic powder.
• Cook on low for 1½ hours.
• Serve with crackers, tortilla chips, carrots, celery, and/or a sliced baguette.

Notes

Feel free to add more or less Buffalo sauce according to taste. I do not like spicy food, so it was too much for me and for my husband who does, it was right on the edge. Don’t make it so hot your friends and family won’t enjoy it!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 926mg | Potassium: 191mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 849IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 238mg | Iron: 1mg

This post was originally published September 28, 2019. It has been updated in format and with pictures on February 5, 2024.

Seriously, it’s GENIUS!!

I ordered all the Hellmann’s condiments I needed for our upcoming tailgate party.
The squeeze bottles are easy to hold, super convenient, and the perfect size for a party.
There’s also a lot less clean up – no extra utensils or bowls needed as when using jars.

I feel good about having Hellmann’s condiments on hand for family meals and gatherings with friends because they’re made with real ingredients and contain no high fructose corn syrup.
There isn’t even any refined sugar in Hellmann’s Real Ketchup! It’s sweetened with honey and doesn’t contain any artificial ingredients or preservatives. 
You’ll be proud to serve them as well.

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Serve this as a game day appetizer or pair it with a salad, and some buttered pasta, and you’ve got a great and easy weeknight dinner.

This recipe is sure to be a hit with family and friends if it isn’t already.

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Pepperoni Bread 

This recipe is one that I ALWAYS serve on Game Days.
This pepperoni bread is just something that is so great to snack on during the big game and there’s never any left when I make it.

I make pepperoni bread when we go to parties because it’s great finger food. Everyone loves when I bring this to tail gaiting parties! 

Pepperoni bread is a fantastic easy appetizer served with your favorite dipping sauce. I’ll also serve it with a salad and some buttered pasta for dinner. Either way, the family and any friend who’s eaten some love it. 

We’ve also eaten our pepperoni bread with some bottled marinara, but our preferred dipping sauce is just a bottle of Good Seasons Italian Dressing. It’s SOOOO good!!

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Game Day

This Sunday, I’m also looking forward to serving these Touchdown Taco Cups, and Sheet Pan Loaded Chicken Nachos. Of course, no game day menu is complete without wings, so we’ll be eating these Black & Blue Chicken Wings too. 

For the rest of the season, we have these Ham and Cheese Party Sandwiches and this Buffalo Chicken Cheese Ball

on deck. I’m also looking forward to trying this Pepperoni Pizza Dip.

Pepperoni Bread Recipe

In the past, I have used Pillsbury French Bread loaves to make our pepperoni bread but wasn’t nuts about the taste. I’ve gotten good results with packaged bread dough or the canisters of pizza dough I’ve gotten from grocery stores.

My best results have been with pizza dough from restaurants or from dough that I’ve made myself. If you have a favorite place just ask them if they’ll sell some to you.

There’s a great pizza place that we fell in love with up near my daughter’s college and I asked them if they sold their dough. They charged me $5 per bag which I thought was worth it because it saved me the trouble of making it and I LOVED the taste.

Confession time: I have this habit which drives my kids nuts when we go out for pizza. When I get down to the crust, I tear it open, stick my nose in it and take a deep whiff.

Aaaaahhhhhhhh, it’s so awesome! Many times I’ve heard from the kids as they’re rolling their eyes, “Here she goes again”. It’s a ritual, what can I say!

So if you find a place you like, ask them! 

For a pizza dough lover like me, it doesn’t get any better than pepperoni bread made with a delicious and freshly made pizza dough. 

Want to make your own pizza dough for this recipe? The dough from my Grilled Margherita Pizza recipe works great! 

Here’s one of my first pictures showing you how to place the pepperoni and cheese on the dough.

Thankfully for us all my photography skills have improved a lot over the years! But my technique for pizza bread making remains the same. 

You layer the pepperoni and cheese together one section of the dough at a time, rolling as you go until you get an awesome long tube of pepperoni and cheese stuffed dough like this. 

I curved my dough to fit it on my standard sized cookie sheet.

Then comes my favorite part; the thing that takes this pepperoni bread from “good” to “HOLY COW!

You brush melted butter over the entire roll and then sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder before baking it in the oven. After about 25 minutes in the oven and a couple minutes of cooling, your pepperoni bread is ready to be cut.

I cut this into even rectangles and served it on a big platter for sharing. We enjoy this bread dipped in Italian dressing or marinara sauce. I’ve heard from pizza-and-ranch lovers that this pepperoni bread is also delicious dipped in ranch dressing.

Appetizers

No party is a party without a table full of appetizers, finger foods and dips to enjoy. This Roasted Garlic Hummus and Roasted Garlic and Red Pepper Hummus are delicious served with crackers, chips, veggies or Grandma’s Italian Bread for any occasion. 

Sweet and Spicy Coca-Cola Shredded Pork Bites are sure to steal the show at your next get-together. They’re often one of the first appetizers to disappear when I bring them to a potluck! ‘We also love Buffalo Chicken Meatballs and a bowl of Baked Spiced Almonds for sharing. 

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Pepperoni Bread

Pepperoni Bread – refrigerated pizza dough, pepperoni and provolone cheese rolled up to make one heck of an appetizer. Remember the marinara for dunking!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword Pepperoni Bread

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 729kcal

Author Lynne Feifer

Ingredients

• 13.8 ounces package refrigerated pizza dough
• 6 ounces sliced pepperoni
• 8 ounces sliced provolone cheese
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. and prepare a rimmed baking sheet by spraying it with cooking spray.
• Remove the pizza dough from the canister and roll it out onto a lightly floured surface or parchment so that it measures into a rectangle about 10 X 15 – inches.
• Beginning at one of the longer ends, place the pepperoni in an overlapping layer down the length of the dough.
• Tear a few of the provolone slices in half and place over the pepperoni.
• Pull the dough up from under the pepperoni and roll it over the cheese so that it sticks to the dough beyond the pepperoni.
• Repeat adding the pepperoni and cheese and rolling until you have completely rolled the dough.
• Place the roll seam side down onto the prepared rimmed baking sheet. You may have to curve it so that it fits.
• In a microwavable-safe bowl, melt the butter for about 30 seconds.
• Mix in the garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
• Brush completely over the Pepperoni Bread.
• Bake for 20 – 25 minutes or until lightly golden.
• Remove to a large cutting board to set for about 3 – 5 minutes before cutting to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 729kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 106mg | Sodium: 2028mg | Potassium: 206mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 761IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 449mg | Iron: 4mg

Looking for even more delicious appetizer recipes like this pepperoni bread? Give this Spaghetti and Meatball Braid and this Taco Braid a try, too.

Check out even more great game day snack ideas! 

Chicken Enchilada Bites 

Spinach Pepperoni Bread

This spin on classic pepperoni bread is a must for veggie lovers! Fresh spinach adds a delicious element to the pepperoni bread. 

Sweet and Spicy Coca-Cola Shredded Pork Bites

This appetizer keeps everyone coming back to the table for “just one more.” Shredded pork marinated in cola and served on top of crackers makes an unforgettable finger food. 

Cream Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms

Mushroom lovers will go nuts for these bite sized mushrooms stuffed with cream cheese and topped with even more cheese. 

Be sure to check out my 25 Best Game Day Eats before you go! 
This post was Day 3 in my original 365 Days of Baking. It was updated with new pictures on 1/18/17, and again on 6/8/22.

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I know this is a last minute post and that some or most of you already have your menu planned for today’s festivities.

Save this to YOUR favorite Game Day Pinterest board!

BUT, if you’re anything like me, there’s always room for something else to be added to either the dinner or dessert table. AND you can never have too many snacks! People like to munch when they get nervous, So when the game (or the halftime show) becomes a little too tense, make sure you have plenty of little things around the room for people to grab and munch on.

I’ve got a list of some Great Pinterest Game Day Boards with an ABUNDANT amount of goodies!!
Whether you’re looking for savory, sweet or something to drink, these bloggers have got your back and want to help you out.

Please give them a follow and find another dish everyone will enjoy!

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Game Day Food Group Board
from Love Bakes Good Cakes

Basic Cheese Sauce from Love Bakes Good Cakes

Game Day Recipes from It’s Yummi

Creamy Dill Cucumber Yogurt Dip from It’s Yummi

Game Day Food from Mamma Loves Food

Candy Bar Stuffed Texas Sheet Cake from Mama Loves Food

SuperBowl Party Food from The Noble Pig

Dill Pickle Dip from The Noble Pig

Super Bowl Party from Miss in the Kitchen

Cheese Ground Beef Taquitos from Miss in the Kitchen

Football Food!! All Yummy Game Day Finger Food!!
from Moore or Less Cooking

Coca-Cola Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings from Moore or Less Cooking

Game Day Fare
from 365 Days of Baking and More

Chicken Enchilada Bites from 365 Days of Baking and More

Thanks for reading!
Also, here are some great videos to give you more great Game Day ideas…

Enjoy the game, time with your family and friends, the commercials AND of course, THE FOOD!!

I give you BIG baking hugs and muffins!!

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Have you been watching the games?

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Football on the weekends is where it’s at and you can’t pull me away from the TV on Sundays now that the season has started. I’m SO into it and it’s not just rooting for my team, I’m just really enjoying watching all the games in general.

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I was shopping in my local Fry’s the other day when I wanted to create a new appetizer for the family just for these events. They’ve just renovated the store and I’m absolutely in love with it!

They opened up space by condensing the aisles making them more efficient to find products, relocated the sushi bar, added a gorgeous cheese section with huge wheels of Parmigiano Reggiano, and even put in a wine bar! Kind of cool because there are two TVs on which you can watch the game should you be so inclined to do so. You can be sure you’ll find all you need to make your Game Day great at your local Kroger.

We absolutely love shredded pork and instead of going with the same ol’ shredded pork sandwiches, I decided to spice things up a bit (literally) and put them on our favorite RITZ cracker to make some bite-size morsels.

While watching men fight over a little brown ball, I always think it’s easier and a bit more fun if finger food is involved.

When they came out, they were sprinkled with a little bit of fresh cilantro and VOILA,  a great Game Day appetizer was born! Honestly, I have to tell you that the pictures don’t do them justice. There is SO very much flavor in that tiny little bite and everything comes together so nicely.

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Sweet and Spicy Coca-Cola Shredded Pork Bites

Pulled Pork Bites are a tasty appetizer for any get-together. Ritz crackers topped with shredded pork cooked in a spicy Coca-Cola barbecue sauce, caramelized onions, and cheese will melt in your mouth.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Pork Bites

Servings 50 servings

Calories 58kcal

Author Lynne Feifer

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds pork loin
• 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon chili paste more if you like more heat
• 8 ounces Coca-Cola
• 16 ounces barbecue sauce
• 50 RITZ crackers
• caramelized onions
• ¾ cup Colby / Jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

• In a small bowl, combine onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, Old Bay Seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• Spread the chili paste over the entire pork loin.
• Rub the dry ingredients over the pork to completely cover.
• Place meat into the slow cooker and gently pour in the Coca-Cola and barbecue sauce.
• Cook on low for 4 - 5 hours, turning and stirring occasionally.
• Prepare the caramelized onions.
• Once pork is fork tender, remove and shred with two forks.
• Return to slow cooker for an additional 20 minutes.
• Preheat oven broiler to low.
• Prepare a baking sheet by covering it with parchment.
• Place the Ritz crackers onto the parchment.
• Using a small cookie scoop place about a tablespoon of the shredded pork on top.
• Add a few of the caramelized onions and sprinkle with a half teaspoon of shredded cheese.
• Place cookie sheet under the broiler for about 1 - 2 minutes or until cheese is melted, watching carefully.
• Sprinkle each with chopped cilantro.

Notes

Serve them as soon as possible because the crackers will definitely soften as they sit. 

Nutrition

Calories: 58kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 81mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 62IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.3mg

If you liked these Sweet and Spicy Coca-Cola Shredded Pork Bites, then you’ll love…

Chicken Enchilada Bites

Taco Braid

Slow Cooker Carne Asada Taco Boats

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Leia’s with us again!

Hi there, Leia from Eat It & Say Yum, here. 🙂  My kiddos absolutely gobbled up this sliders version of sloppy joes. These Sloppy Joe Sliders have a little Hawaiian flare. They are easy to make, and super tasty.

I brown my ground beef in a large pan, and add some diced bell pepper and onion. The seasonings and sauce ingredients make for a really flavorful meat filling, that is also nice and moist. To give these that Hawaiian flare, I add pineapple juice to the meat mixture. And I serve these on our favorite Hawaiian rolls.

You can easily whip these up for dinner or serve as an appetizer/ finger food at your next party. Can you say ‘perfect football food?’  Yep.

Plus, if you have leftovers, you can save the rest in the fridge or even freeze the remaining filling for another time. The recipe makes a good amount, but you can cut the ingredients in half if you want a smaller batch.

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Aloha Sloppy Sliders

Mini Sloppy Joes with the taste of the Hawaiian islands will be perfect for your next part or Game Day get together.

Author Lynne Feifer

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef- or half ground beef and half ground pork
• 1 sweet bell pepper- diced
• 1 onion- diced
• 1 Tbs chili powder
• 2 Tbs brown sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp pepper
• 2 cups ketchup
• 6 oz. pineapple juice
• 1 Tbs vinegar
• Hawaiian rolls

Instructions

• In a large pan, over medium- high heat, brown the ground beef (or beef and pork). When meat is almost cooked through, add the diced bell pepper and onion. Stir to cook evenly.
• Add the chili powder, brown sugar, salt, pepper, ketchup, pineapple juice, and vinegar. Stir to combine everything, then let the mixture simmer on low for 15 minutes- or more, covered with a lid.
• Slice Hawaiian rolls open, spoon the sloppy joe mixture onto the roll and cover with the top half of the roll. Serve immediately.
• Store leftover filling in the fridge for up to 10 days, or freeze.

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