Buffalo Chicken Cheese Ball
Take your party appetizers to the next level with this zesty, creamy Buffalo Chicken Cheese Ball! Packed with bold flavors, this no-cook recipe combines savory shredded chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and sharp cheddar cheese, all wrapped in a velvety cream cheese base. Add a layer of texture with chopped pecans for a delightful crunch, and optional blue cheese crumbles for a gourmet twist. Perfect for game day, potlucks, or festive gatherings, this make-ahead crowd-pleaser pairs wonderfully with crackers or crisp vegetable sticks. Ready in just 20 minutes and brimming with spicy, cheesy goodness, this easy recipe is guaranteed to be the centerpiece of your appetizer spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce
- 1 cup Ranch dressing
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 quarter cup Blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- 1 cup Chopped pecans, for coating
- 1 tablespoon Parsley, finely chopped (optional garnish)
- Crackers or vegetable sticks, for serving
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded chicken, Buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing. Mix until well combined.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, and blue cheese crumbles (if using). Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Form the mixture into a large ball using your hands or a rubber spatula. If the mixture is too sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to firm up.
Spread the chopped pecans out on a large plate or shallow dish. Roll the cheese ball in the pecans until fully coated, pressing lightly to adhere the pecans.
Transfer the cheese ball to a serving platter. If desired, sprinkle with finely chopped parsley for garnish.
Refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
Serve with a selection of crackers or vegetable sticks and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 454.5 g | 583% | |
| Saturated Fat | 187.5 g | 938% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1288 mg | 429% | |
| Sodium | 15399 mg | 670% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.7 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 282.7 g | 565% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2882 mg | 222% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 3182 mg | 68% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
