Description
Buffalo Chicken Dip Croissants combine tender shredded chicken in a creamy, spicy buffalo dip mixture baked inside buttery, flaky croissants. This easy appetizer or snack is perfect for game days, parties, or any time you crave a flavorful, cheesy treat with a kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing for stronger flavor)
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions (optional)
Croissants and Topping
- 8 small croissants (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Optional: extra buffalo sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Buffalo Chicken Dip: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, ranch or blue cheese dressing, buffalo sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Mix Thoroughly: Use a hand mixer or spoon to blend all ingredients together until smooth and well combined, ensuring the cream cheese is fully incorporated for a creamy texture.
- Adjust Spice Level: Taste the dip and add more buffalo sauce if you prefer a spicier flavor.
- Add Green Onions: Stir in chopped green onions for an extra burst of flavor, if using.
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking.
- Slice Croissants: Carefully slice each croissant in half horizontally, creating a top and bottom.
- Butter the Croissants: Brush the cut sides of each croissant with the melted butter; this adds richness and helps the bread crisp nicely in the oven.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spoon a generous amount of the buffalo chicken dip onto the bottom half of each croissant.
- Form the Croissant Sandwiches: Place the top half of the croissant over the filling to close the sandwich; repeat with all croissants.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the assembled croissant sandwiches on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until the croissants are golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
- Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and allow the sandwiches to cool for a few minutes for easier handling.
- Optional Buffalo Drizzle: Drizzle extra buffalo sauce over the top of each sandwich for a more pronounced flavor.
- Serve: Offer the croissants with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping and garnish with additional chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute cream cheese with a lower-fat version for a lighter dip.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and enhanced flavor.
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to suit your preferred spice level.
- Serve with celery sticks or carrot sticks for a refreshing side.
- These sandwiches are best eaten warm but can be reheated in the oven to refresh crispness.
