Leftover Turkey Cheesy Buffalo Dip
This Turkey Cheesy Buffalo Dip is a great way to use leftover turkey after Thanksgiving or Christmas. What I love most is that this dip is “lazy” in the best way—just shred some turkey, mix everything, bake it, and you’ve got a bubbling, cheesy dip ready to share.
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I love that you can serve it with tortilla chips, celery, or even cucumber slices if you want a lighter option. It’s always a hit at game day parties, casual family nights, or even as a holiday appetizer when you’re trying to stretch those leftovers.
Serve them with my Air Fryer Parmesan Truffle Fries or Potato Skin Tacos for a fun and filling appetizer.
How to Make Leftover Turkey Cheesy Buffalo Dip
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Step by Step Guide
1. Cook or bake the turkey ahead of time. Remove skin and bones, then shred the meat into small pieces.
2. In a large bowl, combine shredded turkey, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Ranch dressing, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Spread the mixture evenly into a 7×11-inch baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 370°F for 25 minutes.
4. Remove from the oven, sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top, and return to the oven for another 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
Serve and Enjoy!
Let cool slightly. Top with chopped green onions and blue cheese crumbles if desired. Serve with tortilla chips, carrot sticks, celery, or cucumber slices.
Important Recipe Notes
- If you don’t have leftover turkey and still want to make this recipe, shredded chicken works just as well.
- Adjust the hot sauce to match your family’s spice preference.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Add extra toppings like jalapeños, green onions, or even a drizzle of Ranch for more flavor.
Leftover Turkey Cheesy Buffalo Dip
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded turkey
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tbsp Frank’s RedHot sauce
- 1/3 cup Ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
Instructions
- Cook or bake the turkey ahead of time. Remove skin and bones, then shred the meat into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded turkey, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Ranch dressing, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a 7×11-inch baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 370°F for 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top, and return to the oven for another 10–15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden.
- Let cool slightly. Top with chopped green onions and blue cheese crumbles if desired. Serve with tortilla chips, carrot sticks, celery, or cucumber slices.
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