10 Slam-Dunk Appetizers for Your March Madness Party

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Buffalo Chicken Dip

This game-day favorite combines tender shredded chicken, spicy hot sauce, creamy ranch, and melted cheese into a rich, crowd-pleasing dip. Baked until bubbly and golden, it’s perfect for scooping up with tortilla chips, celery, or crackers. This creamy, spicy dip is the ultimate March Madness snack—easy to make, impossible to resist, and always a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients (for 6-8 servings):

• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup ranch dressing
• ½ cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional)
• Tortilla chips, crackers, or celery sticks for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch dressing, hot sauce, garlic powder, and half of the cheddar cheese. Stir until well combined.
3. Spread the mixture into a baking dish and top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella.
4. Bake for 20-25 min., until bubbly and golden.
5. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve warm with chips or veggies.