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Easy Loaded Buffalo Chicken Dip Bites: Best Tailgate Appetizer

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Crispy wonton cups filled with creamy, spicy buffalo chicken dip, perfect for tailgating or any gathering. These two-bite appetizers deliver all the flavor of classic buffalo chicken dip in a portable, handheld form.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package wonton wrappers (about 24 wrappers)
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (10–12 ounces)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Original sauce
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3–4 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • Optional garnishes: extra green onions, ranch or blue cheese dressing, smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 24-cup mini muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Press one wonton wrapper into each mini muffin cup, forming a small bowl shape. Brush each wrapper lightly with melted butter, focusing on edges and corners.
  3. Bake wonton cups for 5 minutes until edges start to turn golden and wrappers feel dry. Remove from oven and let cool slightly in pan for about 2 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded chicken, Frank’s RedHot sauce, ranch seasoning, 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and most of the green onions. Stir until evenly combined.
  5. Divide filling evenly among the 24 wonton cups, using about a rounded teaspoon per cup. Do not overfill.
  6. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup cheddar cheese over the filled cups.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until filling is hot and bubbly and cheese is melted and lightly browned. Wonton edges should be deep golden brown.
  8. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes. Gently lift each cup out using a small offset spatula or butter knife.
  9. Arrange on a serving platter and sprinkle with reserved green onions. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not skip the par-bake step to prevent soggy bottoms. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth blending. Shred your own cheese for best melting. Adjust heat level by varying hot sauce amount. For make-ahead, assemble filled cups up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate; bake just before serving. Freeze unbaked filled cups for up to 2 months; bake from frozen adding 3-5 minutes.

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