Buffalo Chicken Dip Roll Ups Recipe

This creamy, spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip Roll Ups is made with shredded chicken, cream cheese, and buffalo sauce, and ready in 1 hour 15 minutes. The chilled tortillas slice perfectly to reveal a bright orange swirl of cheesy goodness. I always make a double batch because these disappear fast at parties.

Why This Classic Works

I used to bake regular buffalo chicken dip, but dealing with chips breaking in the thick cheese drove me crazy. Converting it into a roll-up format solves the dipping problem entirely while keeping all the classic flavors intact.

The secret is mixing the hot sauce with room-temperature cream cheese before adding the chicken. I learned the hard way that cold cream cheese leaves unappetizing white lumps in the final slices.

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Buffalo Chicken Dip Roll Ups Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
• 4 large flour tortillas

How To Make Buffalo Chicken Dip Roll Ups

1. Mix The Base: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing until completely smooth.
2. Fold The Filling: Stir in the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and green onions until evenly distributed.
3. Spread The Mixture: Divide the filling equally among the tortillas and spread it in an even layer, leaving a small border around the edges.
4. Roll And Chill: Tightly roll up each tortilla into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5. Slice And Serve: Remove the plastic wrap and cut each log into 1-inch thick slices using a serrated knife.

Recipe Tips

• Use softened cream cheese: Cold cream cheese will not blend well and will tear the tortillas when spreading.
• Roll tightly: A firm roll ensures the pinwheels hold their shape when sliced.
• Chill before slicing: Skipping the fridge time makes the filling squish out when you try to cut them.
• Use a serrated knife: A gentle sawing motion prevents the roll-ups from getting squashed flat.

What To Serve With Buffalo Chicken Dip Roll Ups

Serve these spicy pinwheels alongside crisp celery sticks and carrot sticks to help cool the palate. They also pair well with a side of extra blue cheese or ranch dressing for dunking.

How To Store

Keep any leftover roll-ups in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing them because the cream cheese mixture will become watery and grainy when thawed. You can make the unbroken logs up to 24 hours in advance before slicing.

FAQs

• Can I use canned chicken? Yes, canned chicken works fine. Just drain it thoroughly and flake it well before adding it to the cream cheese mixture.
• How do I stop the tortillas from getting soggy? Make sure your cooked chicken is completely dry and well-drained. Chilling the logs wrapped tightly in plastic wrap also helps the tortillas firm up.
• Can I bake these roll-ups? These are designed to be served cold, but you can place the slices on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes if you prefer them warm.
• What tortillas work best? Large burrito-sized flour tortillas work best. Corn tortillas will crack and break when you try to roll them.

Nutrition

• Calories: 185 kcal
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 35mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 11g
• Protein: 8g

Try More Recipes:

• Buffalo Chicken Dip Bread Bowl Recipe
• Buffalo Chicken Dip Soup Recipe
• Buffalo Chicken Dip Egg Rolls Recipe