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buffalo turkey dip

Quick Buffalo Turkey Dip

Delicious Quick Buffalo Turkey Dip recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 cups of dip
Calories 1900 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the turkey::

  • 1 package turkey breast (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (I prefer Bertolli for sautéing)
  • salt
  • black pepper

For the dip::

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened to room temperature, about 70°F)
  • 1 cup hot sauce (I always use Frank's RedHot Original)
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

For the finish and serving::

  • 1/2 cup blue cheese (crumbled into small chunks)
  • 2 scallions
  • celery
  • carrots
  • crackers
  • bread

Instructions
 

  • Cut the turkey breast into 1/2-inch cubes and season generously with salt and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the turkey cubes in a single layer. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the edges are lightly golden. This cooking step develops flavor through browning while ensuring the turkey is fully cooked before mixing into the dip.
  • While the turkey cooks, preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Frank's RedHot sauce, and sour cream, stirring until smooth and well combined. Add the garlic powder and mix thoroughly. I like to use a whisk here to break up any lumps in the cream cheese and ensure an even sauce—this makes for a silky, cohesive dip rather than one with chunks.
  • Fold the cooked turkey from Step 1 into the creamy sauce mixture from Step 2 until evenly distributed. Transfer the entire mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish or similar-sized casserole dish, spreading it into an even layer. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until the dip is heated through and the edges begin to bubble slightly.
  • Remove the dip from the oven and immediately sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese evenly over the top, followed by the sliced scallions. I find that adding these garnishes right out of the oven allows the residual heat to slightly soften the blue cheese while keeping the scallions fresh and bright. Serve the dip warm with celery sticks, carrot sticks, crackers, and bread for dipping.