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Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip topped with ghost-shaped cheese slices and served in a white baking dish.

Halloween Buffalo Chicken Dip (Boo-ffalo Dip)

Ely Rechard
You’re going to love this one imagine the bubbling heat of buffalo chicken dip, made extra fun with ghost-shaped cheese on top! Creamy, spicy, and just the right amount of spooky, this festive favorite is a total crowd-pleaser on any October night.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken rotisserie works great
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce adjust for spice level
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup ranch dressing
  • 6 –8 slices white cheese for ghosts
  • Black decorating gel or mini olives for eyes
  • Tools: ghost cookie cutter mixing bowl, baking dish, spatula

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, toss shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  • Soften cream cheese in the microwave for 15–20 seconds if needed, then spread it evenly in your baking dish.
  • Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture over the cream cheese and smooth it out. Drizzle with ranch dressing.
  • Use a ghost cookie cutter to cut shapes from white cheese slices and arrange them on top.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Once out of the oven, dot each ghost with decorating gel or olive bits for eyes. Serve warm.

Notes

No ghost cutter? No worries — just freehand the shapes with a knife. For extra spooky flair, serve it with Rice Krispie Treat Ghosts or Crescent Roll Witch Hats!
Keyword buffalo chicken dip, halloween recipes, party appetizers