16 Buffalo Chicken Recipes That Were Made for Football Season
Each year around the Super Bowl, our social media feeds are full of wing recipes for the big game. But buffalo chicken goes way beyond drums and flats. One of the most popular ways to enjoy buffalo chicken is in dip form, and we're no stranger to the idea. Whether you're looking for a hands-off slow-cooker version or a cheesy baked variety, we have several delicious buffalo chicken dip recipes to choose from. But our interpretation of buffalo chicken soars past your favorite chip-and-dip dish. From mac and cheese to a new version of your old-school chicken-and-broccoli casserole, our Test Kitchen has mastered the art of dreaming up new ways to use the buffalo chicken flavors you crave. If you're not in the mood to go through a roll of paper towels eating chicken wings, try our boneless buffalo chicken bites or a big batch of sliders that travel well for game days on the road. The only thing these buffalo chicken recipes are missing? A side of homemade buttermilk ranch. Your tailgate will be the talk of campus with these buffalo chicken recipes in tow.
Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Recipe: Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Every Southern host needs a classic buffalo chicken dip recipe on standby, and this our go-to. All you have to do is stir the ingredients together and bake them in your favorite 13-x 9-inch casserole dish.
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Angela's Spicy Buffalo Wings
Recipe: Angela's Spicy Buffalo Wings
Be sure to serve these hot buffalo wings with our homemade Cool Ranch Sauce for an easy touch that will impress guests.
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Buffalo Chicken Bites
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Bites
You just might replace your usual wings recipe with these boneless, mess-free bites for game day.
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Sliders
You really can't go wrong when a recipe starts with King's Hawaiian Rolls. This time, we filled them with two types of cheese, buffalo chicken, and fresh, crunchy toppings like lettuce, red onion, and pickles for a game day-ready snack or main dish.
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Buffalo Ranch Chicken-Broccoli Casserole
Recipe: Buffalo Ranch Chicken-Broccoli Casserole
This one-dish wonder is going to be the kids' favorite way to eat broccoli. "I wish all chicken and broccoli casseroles tasted like this," said one Test Kitchen pro.
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Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
How cute are these swirly bites of buffalo chicken goodness? These pinwheels are delicious served warm or at room temp, so they're the ideal tailgating snack.
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Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
We love a recipe that makes quick use of store-bought rotisserie chicken. This mac and cheese is hearty enough to stand alone as a main dish.
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Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Recipe: Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
Not only is this rich dip totally delicious, but your Instant Pot makes it even easier to put together.
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Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas
This filling supper combines two kid-friendly dinner favorites—buffalo chicken and enchiladas. This recipe is further proof that our brains love food mashups.
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Buffalo Chicken Pull-Apart Bread
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Pull-Apart Bread
This fun appetizer starts with a can of refrigerated biscuit dough and couldn't be easier. The kids will love pulling apart each cheesy, gooey bite.
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Buffalo Chicken-Cheese Dip
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken-Cheese Dip
This slow-cooker dip genuinely could not be easier to put together. Plus, you can serve it right from the slow-cooker to keep it warm throughout the football game.
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Buffalo Chicken Casserole
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Casserole
This pasta bake is just what to make when you're craving buffalo chicken but don't want to deal with messy hands.
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Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Sliders
Lean ground chicken and whole-grain sliders lighten up game time for a guilt-free snack or main dish.
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Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Recipe: Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
With just a few minutes of hands-on time and the help of your slow cooker, you can put together an appetizer that the whole crew will love.
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Buffalo-Style Sweet Potato Waffle Fries
Recipe: Buffalo-Style Sweet Potato Waffle Fries
Store-bought sweet potato fries get dressed up with the addition of chopped fresh rosemary, homemade buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing.
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Loaded Potato and Buffalo Chicken Casserole
Recipe: Loaded Potato and Buffalo Chicken Casserole
This cheesy casserole has everything you need for a full meal right in one dish. Be sure to provide extra buffalo sauce and ranch for topping.