Dinner

Trader Joes Buffalo Chicken Dip (Copycat) Recipe

ByJake Silas October 19, 2025October 19, 2025

Introduction

This Trader Joe’s Buffalo Chicken Dip copycat is a creamy, spicy appetizer perfect for game day or casual gatherings. Packed with shredded chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, and melty cheese, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

A round brown bowl filled with creamy orange-colored dip that has a smooth and slightly chunky texture, topped with small green chive pieces. The dip is mixed with shredded white chicken, visible on one side where some dip is scooped out. The bowl sits on a round wooden cutting board surrounded by fresh sliced green cucumbers and halved orange and red mini bell peppers. A small white bowl with shredded chicken and a small white dish with bright red sauce are positioned nearby on a white marbled surface, alongside a gray cloth. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 ½ tablespoons ranch seasoning (or more to taste)
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ cups rotisserie chicken (shredded)
1 clove garlic (minced)
¼ cup buffalo sauce (or more to taste)
½ cup Monterey Jack cheese (freshly grated)
1 tablespoon chives (finely chopped for serving)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2: In a bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, kosher salt, and minced garlic until well combined.
Step 3: Add the buffalo sauce, shredded rotisserie chicken, and freshly grated Monterey Jack cheese to the bowl. Fold the ingredients gently until fully combined.
Step 4: Spoon the mixture into an oven-safe dish and spread evenly.
Step 5: Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the dip is hot and bubbly.
Step 6: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with finely chopped chives, and serve warm with your favorite chips or fresh vegetables.

Tips & Variations

Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce depending on your preferred spice level.
Try serving with celery sticks or carrot rounds for a healthier dipper option.
For extra cheesiness, sprinkle additional Monterey Jack or cheddar on top before baking.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through, or microwave in short intervals, stirring occasionally to heat evenly.

How to Serve

A brown round bowl filled with creamy, thick dip that has a mixed texture of smooth and chunky, showing white and orange swirls throughout, topped with small pieces of chopped green herbs scattered evenly. The dip looks soft and rich with some browned spots on the surface. Inside the bowl, a red mini bell pepper, orange mini bell pepper, and round cucumber slice are partly dipped and standing upright, showing their fresh, smooth skin and juicy insides. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface with additional cucumber slices visible around it. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the mixture a day in advance and refrigerate it. Bake just before serving for best results.

What can I use if I don’t have ranch seasoning?

You can substitute with a mix of dried herbs like dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt to mimic ranch flavor.