By Wendy Stoltz / Last Modified On January 19, 2023

Bursting with flavor, this easy gluten-free buffalo chicken dip will be the star dip for game day or a party. It only uses a handful of ingredients and it's bursting with flavor. It's the perfect comfort food for all occasions. Trust me, you want to give this one a try!

Buffalo chicken wings have always been synonymous with football. It was a tactic used by restaurants to increase beer sales by serving spicy buffalo chicken wings. The more you ate, the thirstier you were. Here is an interesting article on the history of the  buffalo chicken wings as well as the love story between chicken wings and football!

Nowadays, there are so many variations of buffalo and this gluten-free buffalo chicken dip is one of them. If you love gluten-free dips, you'll want to make my spinach dip recipe. My five-minute guacamole recipe is insanely good too.

If you are in charge of the appetizers for game day view some of the best gluten-free appetizers. My personal favorite dips are this 5 minute tzatziki dip or this everything bagel dip.

GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP RECIPE

If you love using your Instant Pot, you're going to want to make this Instant Pot gluten-free buffalo chicken dip next.

This pressure cooker buffalo chicken dip only uses a handful of ingredients, it's bursting with flavor and it's addicting.

Buffalo chicken dip has been around for a long time. This is my spin off of the spicy and addictive dip. I've included instructions for making this Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip in an instant pot, crockpot, and I've included stove top directions.

If you're looking for another good dip recipe, you'll want to make my crack corn dip next.

WHY YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE THIS GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP

Perfect game day dip - This dip has been a favorite for years; you can now make it gluten-free, and everyone can enjoy it.

Handful of ingredients - With just a handful of ingredients this dip comes together so easily.

Tastes so good - This dip is really, really good! It tastes so good!

INGREDIENTS IN GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP

Chicken - Boneless skinless chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs. You can use a rotisserie chicken if you are in a rush.

Hot Sauce - You need to use a hot sauce, a wing sauce or buffalo sauce. I've used Frank's Original. You can add more or less Franks Original to taste. 

Water - Add some water as part of the dip ingredients.

Cheese - Add cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. You can also switch up the cheese in this Instant Pot gluten-free buffalo chicken dip recipe. We sometimes use Colby jack or sharp cheddar cheese. 

Ranch dressing - Use ranch dressing or dried ranch dip mix. Make sure to check labels to see that it is gluten-free. I don't use blue cheese dressing. Blue cheese dressing is not in this recipe, but I do like to add blue cheese crumbles.

Optional - Diced green chiles - for additional spice and flavor.

EQUIPMENT NEEDED FOR THIS GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP

Instant Pot - I love my Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker. It is an electric pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, sauté, yogurt maker, warmer & sterilizer. You can also get this Instant Pot Duo Crisp 11-in-1 which has an air-fryer function.

If you have any questions about making gluten-free buffalo chicken dip, please leave a comment and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HOW TO MAKE GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP

IN THE INSTANT POT

1. Place chicken breast into the inner pot of the instant pot TIP: Use a rotisserie chicken if you are short on time. Pour Franks Original and water over the chicken. Close lid and seal.
2. Pressure cook for 15 minutes on the MEAT/STEW function. When done, quick release the pressure.
3. Remove the lid and wait for the liquid to stop boiling. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and shred using two forks.
4. Add the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and ranch to the instant pot; stir until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth.
5. Add the shredded chicken back to pot. Stir until everything is combined and the cheese is melted. If desired, stir in green chiles.
6. Top with blue cheese crumbles, sliced green onions and serve.

IN THE CROCK POT

If you like to use a slow cooker, you can make this buffalo chicken dip in a crockpot.

1. Cook the chicken first by either boiling it or baking it.
2. Shred the chicken, then add everything to your slow cooker.
3. Cook it on low for 2 hours, or high for 3-45 minutes.

STOVETOP

1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. 
2. Add chicken and boil until cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks.
4. Discard the water and add the Franks Original, ¼ water, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and ranch to the cooking pot.
5. Cook over low heat, stirring often, until all the ingredients are combined.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions in gluten-free buffalo chicken dip, please see the complete recipe below.

TIPS FOR MAKING THIS GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP

Use a good sauce - The sauce forms the basis of the taste of this recipe. So, make sure it is one you like and enjoy!

Shred the chicken finely - You want to ensure when you dip your chosen item into the dip the chicken is not in chunks but thin shredded pieces which are easy to eat.

HOW LONG DOES GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP STAY GOOD?

This Instant Pot gluten-free buffalo chicken dip will stay good in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I usually take it to parties, so we never have any leftovers.

HOW DO I STORE GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP?

Use foil or plastic wrap to seal the homemade GF buffalo chicken dip in a dish. It can be stored for up to one week.

CAN I FREEZE GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP?

Yes, you can freeze GF buffalo chicken dip for up to 3 months. I do, however, prefer making it from scratch and serving it immediately.

CAN YOU MAKE THIS GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP AHEAD OF TIME?

Yes, you can. It stores well in the refrigerator for up to one week or alternatively freeze it.

WHAT SUBSTITUTIONS / REPLACEMENTS CAN I MAKE IN THIS GLUTEN-FREE BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP?

Sauce - Use your favorite hot sauce.

Cheese - You can also use Colby Jack or sharp cheddar cheese. 

WHAT CAN YOU DIP INTO INSTANT POT BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP?

• Potato Chips
• Tortilla Chips
• Celery
• Carrots
• Bell Pepper
• Pork Rinds
• Crackers
• Sliced Bread

These are just a few things you can dip into buffalo chicken dip. What would you serve as a dipper?

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Yield: 16 servings

Gluten-Free Buffalo Chicken Dip

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Bursting with flavor, this easy gluten-free buffalo chicken dip will be the star dip for game day or a party. It only uses a handful of ingredients and it's bursting with flavor. It's the perfect comfort food for all occasions.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Additional Time 15 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts (or boneless skinless chicken thighs)
• 1 cup (8 oz.) Frank's Original
• ¼ (2 oz.) cup water
• 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese
• 1 cup (8 oz.) shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup ranch dressing (or ½ packet of dried ranch dip mix)
• optional: 1 (4oz.) can diced green chiles

Instructions

1. Place chicken breast into the inner pot of the instant pot. Pour Franks Original and water over the chicken. Close lid and seal.
2. Pressure cook for 15 minutes on the MEAT/STEW function. When done, quick-release the pressure.
3. Remove the lid and wait for the liquid to stop boiling. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and shred using two forks.
4. Add the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and ranch to the instant pot; stir until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth.
5. Add the shredded chicken back to pot. Stir until everything is combined and the cheese is melted. If desired, stir in green chiles.
6. Top with blue cheese crumbles, sliced green onions and serve.
   

Notes

• Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip: If you like to use a slow cooker, you can make this buffalo chicken dip in a crockpot. Cook the chicken first by either boiling it or baking it. Shred the chicken, then add everything to your slow cooker. Cook it on low for 2 hours, or high for 3-45 minutes.
• Stove top Buffalo Chicken Dip: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Add chicken and boil until cooked through. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks. Discard the water and add the Franks Original, ¼ water, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and ranch to the cooking pot. Cook over low heat, stirring often, until all the ingredients are combined.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

16

Serving Size:

¼ cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 78Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 78mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 10g

This nutrition info is based on the exact ingredients and brands that I used a the time. It may not be 100% accurate. Please check your ingredients nutrition labels.