Buffalo Chicken Dip with Canned Chicken  (2024)

FAQs

Why use canned chicken? ›

Nutrition: Excellent source of shelf-stable protein. Canned chicken can be like using canned tuna. It has less of distinct flavor, so it is more flexible than tuna. It tastes best in recipes where minimum cooking time is required, like cold salads or dishes that are quickly reheated with added spices.

Buffalo chicken dip can be runny if you use a reduced fat cream cheese. It can also be runny if you use too much ranch dressing or not enough chicken. You can thicken the dip by adding more shredded chicken, or even more cubes of full fat cream cheese or even more shredded cheddar cheese.

Why does buffalo chicken dip separate? Overcooking is the most common culprit in the separation as is cooking too hot too fast. That's why the slow cooker is the best method for keeping your buffalo chicken dip in the perfect way.

Buffalo chicken dip lasts for up to four days—if you're lucky enough to end up with leftovers, that is! Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Warm leftover dip in the microwave or oven until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°.

For instance, one common mistake is not draining or rinsing the chicken before use, which can result in a more processed taste. To help alleviate this, it's suggested to rinse the chicken under cold water after removing it from the can.

Since most canned chicken comes in around 12 ounces a can, I would roughly substitute 1 can (DRAINED) for every 2 small (6 to 8 ounce) cooked chicken breasts, but depending on the recipe, you can either, eyeball it, weigh it, or measure it in measuring cups.

Cornstarch – Helps with thickening the dip as it cooks, but you can also substitute all-purpose flour if you don't have cornstarch (just be sure to use double the amount with this substitute). Buffalo wing sauce – I use buffalo wing sauce for this recipe, usually Frank's buffalo wing sauce (not the regular hot sauce).

To get buffalo sauce to stick to wings, it's essential to toss the wings in the sauce immediately after they come out of the fryer or oven while they are still hot. The heat helps the sauce adhere to the wings, creating a flavorful and evenly coated exterior.

Buffalo Chicken Dip Tips

Use all-white meat chicken. This will cut down on the amount of grease in your dip. Use freshly shredded cheese (or a pre-shredded brand with cream cheese in the mix like Krafts Creamy Melt cheese). Serve this dip hot right out of the oven if you are adding cheese to the top.

The dip can be served cold or, if preferred, baked till hot in a shallow casserole dish. For dipping, offer corn chips, ideally with low salt. Place cream cheese, unwrapped, in a large mixing bowl to warm and soften. With wooden spoon or firm spatula, mix cream cheese well till soft.

What is the best thing to eat buffalo chicken dip with? ›

Corn chips – Frito scoops are perfect for dipping up this buffalo chicken dip! Crackers – I recommend a thick cracker, like Wheat Thins or Triscuits. Veggies – baby carrots, celery sticks, broccoli florets or slices of bell pepper are all healthy ways to scoop up this delicious dip!

Add Acidic Foods. A squeeze of lemon or lime juice or a little vinegar can help cut through spiciness. Acidic foods tone down the spiciness in foods and can add some flavor, making this a good trick for seafood dishes or creamy soups and chowders.

Making and storing buffalo chicken dip

Since the dip has numerous ingredients, it might open the door for questions about how long you should keep leftovers in the fridge. You can store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days, according to The Kitchn.

This dip can definitely sit out at room temperature for a few hours, without any problem. If you have any leftovers, they should stay good in the fridge for around a week. How to reheat? You can definitely eat it cold if you like, but personally I like to warm it first.

As long as the can is in good shape, the contents should be safe to eat, although the taste, texture and nutritional value of the food can diminish over time. Home canned foods should be used within 1 year.

While canned chicken contains less protein per serving, it is a great source of nutrition when seeking a filling and wholesome snack.

And while canned chicken can be problematic for those on low-sodium diets, it's similar to fresh chicken when it comes to nutritional value. Remember that a well-rounded diet is best, and there's room for both canned and fresh chicken in a healthy eating plan.

Canned chicken is pre-cooked, skinless poultry meat that is processed and packed in water or broth. Many brands use white meat or pure chicken breast, though you can find cans with a mix of white and dark meat. Most add salt as a preservative, something to keep in mind when you cook with it.