The Genius Trick for Making Buffalo Chicken Dip 10x Better

The Super Bowl and dip go hand-in-hand because dip is the ultimate shareable, no-fuss snack. Whether it’s queso, guacamole, French onion or ranch, dips bring big flavor with minimal effort—perfect for grazing during the game. Plus, they pair with everything: chips, veggies, wings, and more. Easy to make, easy to love!

Another favorite for the big game are Buffalo wings, which are quite possibly the undisputed king of Super Bowl snacks—spicy, crispy and perfectly messy! Their bold flavor makes them a must-have for game day. Whether drenched in sauce or dipped in blue cheese dressing, wings are irresistible and they bring that classic bar-food energy that just screams football season!

When you combine dip and Buffalo wings, though, you get a true masterpiece– Buffalo chicken dip. This dip is like those messy wings in dippable form—creamy, cheesy and packed with that signature spicy Buffalo flavor. Made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch (or blue cheese) and hot sauce, it’s baked until bubbly and served with chips or veggies. It’s effortless and always a party favorite!

But what if you could make your buffalo chicken dip even better? Content creator @callmecandace.tv shared a secret ingredient that really makes her Buffalo chicken dip stand out and it just looks amazing!

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Why You Should Add Honey to Your Buffalo Chicken Dip

Hot honey (honey infused with chili peppers for a blend of sweet and spicy) has exploded in popularity because it hits that perfect sweet-heat balance people love. It adds depth and excitement to savory dishes without being overwhelmingly spicy. Plus, it’s an easy upgrade—just drizzle it on, and boom, instant flavor boost!

The combination of sweet and heat is an easy way to upgrade many dishes, and it's exactly what Candace does with her genius addition to her buffalo chicken dip.

She said the secret ingredient in her dip is honey and while she doesn't use hot honey, she does add Frank's Red Hot Sauce into her overall recipe, so this has a little kick of sweetness to help balance out the heat and we can't wait to give this one a try!

It's also worth looking at Candace's full buffalo chicken dip, which also includes a combination of mayo, cream cheese and ranch dip, a layer of sliced cheese in the middle of the dip and some shredded cheddar on top. It looks amazing!

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Another Genius Buffalo Chicken Dip Upgrade

Candace isn't the only one with a tip on how to elevate your buffalo chicken dip. The Cooking subreddit had an unexpected ingredient suggestion that we also need to try.

One Redditor asked for some unique variations for buffalo chicken dip and mentioned that they add a little anchovy paste to their variation on the classic app.

It might seem surprising at first, but if you think about it for a second it makes sense. The savory, umami-packed condiment is made from ground anchovies, salt and oil, sometimes with vinegar or other seasonings. It has a rich, briny and slightly salty flavor with a deep, meaty savoriness—but don’t worry, it won’t make your food taste fishy! Instead, it adds depth and complexity to dishes, like buffalo chicken dip.

Anchovy paste is a key ingredient for Caesar dressing, but it's also a great addition for pasta sauces and stews, enhancing flavors without overpowering the overall dish. Just a little goes a long way, so add a little bit, give the dip a taste and then add more as needed.

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