Buffalo Chicken Dip Wontons Recipe

This crispy creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip Wontons is made with shredded chicken, hot sauce, and ready in 30 minutes. Biting through the golden wrapper reveals a molten, spicy center that drips with melted cheese. I make these for every game day because they disappear instantly and leave no messy dishes behind.

Why This Classic Works

I used to make traditional buffalo dip, but serving it at parties always meant a mess of broken chips. Wrapping the filling in wontons creates the perfect individual bite without the need for utensils.

At first, I struggled with the wrappers drying out before baking. I quickly learned that keeping a damp towel over the unused wrappers makes all the difference for a perfect seal.

Buffalo Chicken Dip Wontons Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
• 1/4 cup ranch dressing
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 24 square wonton wrappers
• 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray

How To Make Buffalo Chicken Dip Wontons

1. Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese until smooth.
2. Prep the wrappers: Lay out a few wonton wrappers on a clean surface and keep the rest covered with a damp paper towel.
3. Fill the wontons: Place one teaspoon of the chicken mixture into the center of each wrapper.
4. Seal the edges: Dip your finger in water, wet the edges of the wrapper, and fold it in half diagonally to form a triangle, pressing firmly to seal.
5. Bake the wontons: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, lightly spray with oil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

Recipe Tips

• Do not overfill: Adding more than a teaspoon of mixture will cause the wontons to burst in the oven.
• Seal tightly: Press out any trapped air before sealing the edges to prevent them from opening.
• Keep wrappers moist: Wonton wrappers dry out very quickly, so always keep them covered with a damp cloth while working.

What To Serve With Buffalo Chicken Dip Wontons

These spicy bites pair beautifully with a cool side of celery sticks and carrot batons. You can also offer extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.

How To Store

Keep leftover wontons in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in an air fryer or oven at 350°F to restore their crispy texture. You can freeze unbaked wontons for up to 2 months.

FAQs

Can I use an air fryer?
Yes, air fry at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Can I use canned chicken?
Yes, just make sure to drain it very well and shred it finely.

Why did my wontons open while baking?
They likely had trapped air or the edges were not wet enough to form a tight seal.

Nutrition

• Calories: 65 kcal
• Total Fat: 3g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 6g
• Protein: 3g

Try More Recipes:

• Keto Low Carb Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
• Serve Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
• Buffalo Chicken Dip Sliders Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Dip Wontons

Recipe by Emily Mitchell

Servings

24

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Total time

30

minutes

Crispy and spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip Wontons combine shredded chicken, hot sauce, and cheddar into one perfect bite. Ready in 30 minutes, this easy party appetizer delivers huge flavor without the messy cleanup of a traditional dip.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked shredded chicken

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/4 cup buffalo sauce

• 1/4 cup ranch dressing

• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 24 square wonton wrappers

• 1 tbsp olive oil or cooking spray

Directions

• 1. Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and cheddar cheese until smooth.
• 2. Prep the wrappers: Lay out a few wonton wrappers on a clean surface and keep the rest covered with a damp paper towel.
• 3. Fill the wontons: Place one teaspoon of the chicken mixture into the center of each wrapper.
• 4. Seal the edges: Dip your finger in water, wet the edges of the wrapper, and fold it in half diagonally to form a triangle, pressing firmly to seal.
• 5. Bake the wontons: Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, lightly spray with oil, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.