Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
A creamy, spicy dip that's perfect for gatherings or a comforting snack, made easily in an Instant Pot.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts provides protein and texture
- 1 cup water or chicken broth adds moisture
- 2 packages (8-ounce) cream cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces creates creaminess
- ½ cup buffalo wing sauce adds heat and flavor
- ⅔ cup ranch dressing could also substitute bleu cheese dressing
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese melts for a stretchy texture
For Serving
- tortilla chips, crackers, celery, and carrot sticks provide crunch and freshness
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by placing the chicken breasts in an even layer at the bottom of the Instant Pot and season with Kosher salt.
- Pour in 1 cup of water or chicken broth around the chicken.
Cooking
- Secure the lid tightly on the Instant Pot and set the valve to the 'seal' position.
- Select the 'meat/stew' function to cook the chicken for 15 minutes.
- Once done, quickly release the pressure by turning the valve to the 'venting' position.
- Carefully open the lid and drain the chicken, discarding the liquid.
Shredding and Mixing
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- Set the Instant Pot to the 'sauté' function and add cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Stir constantly until the cheese melts and the mixture becomes smooth.
- Add the shredded chicken back into the pot and stir until thoroughly coated in the sauce.
Serving
- Change the setting on the Instant Pot to 'keep warm' to serve the dip hot.
Notes
For best results, shred the chicken while warm, adjust buffalo sauce for spice preference, and continuously stir during the cheese melting process.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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