Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pull Apart Bread

Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pull Apart Bread is the ultimate game day or party appetizer—crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside, and loaded with spicy buffalo chicken and tangy ranch flavor. This irresistible, shareable bread is easy to assemble, bake, and devour, making it the perfect centerpiece for gatherings or a fun twist on a casual dinner.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This pull apart bread is everything you love about buffalo chicken wings—zesty, spicy, cheesy—wrapped in warm, buttery bread. It’s bold, comforting, and loaded with flavor. You can make it with store-bought dough for convenience, and it bakes up golden and gooey with perfectly pullable, dippable pieces. Ideal for entertaining or snacking, this dish is a total crowd-pleaser.

ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

For the buffalo ranch chicken filling:

• Cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
• Buffalo wing sauce
• Ranch dressing or ranch seasoning
• Cream cheese, softened
• Shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
• Green onions, chopped (optional)

For the bread base:

• Refrigerated biscuit dough or pizza dough
• Butter, melted
• Garlic powder
• Dried parsley or chives
• Salt

For serving:

• Extra ranch or blue cheese dressing
• Crumbled blue cheese (optional)
• Extra green onions for garnish

directions

1. Preheat oven:
   Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt pan or a large baking dish.
2. Make the chicken filling:
   In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, cream cheese, shredded cheese, and green onions until well combined.
3. Assemble the bread:
   Cut biscuit or pizza dough into bite-sized pieces. Flatten each slightly and place a spoonful of the chicken mixture in the center. Fold and seal the dough around the filling into a ball.
4. Coat and layer:
   Dip each dough ball into melted butter seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and dried herbs. Layer the balls in the bundt pan or baking dish.
5. Bake:
   Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before inverting or serving.
6. Serve:
   Serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. Garnish with green onions or extra cheese if desired.

Servings and timing

Serves: 8–10
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes
Total time: approx. 55 minutes

Variations

• Use blue cheese instead of ranch for a more classic buffalo flavor.
• Add diced jalapeños or pepperoncini for extra heat.
• Try puff pastry or crescent roll dough for a flakier texture.
• Use chopped cooked bacon for a smoky boost.
• Make it vegetarian with buffalo cauliflower or jackfruit.

storage/reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 10–12 minutes or in the air fryer to keep the edges crispy. Not recommended for freezing once assembled and baked.

FAQs

Can I use homemade dough?

Yes! Pizza dough or bread dough works perfectly if you prefer to make it from scratch.

Is it very spicy?

It has a mild to moderate heat depending on the buffalo sauce used. Add extra sauce for more spice or balance with extra cheese or ranch.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, you can assemble the bread a few hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake.

What pan works best?

A bundt pan gives a nice shape, but any large oven-safe dish will work—just adjust the layering as needed.

Can I freeze it before baking?

It’s best fresh, but you can freeze the filled dough balls individually and bake from frozen, adding extra time.

What’s a good dipping sauce?

Ranch, blue cheese dressing, or even a garlic aioli work great.

Can I make it without cream cheese?

Yes, but the filling may be less creamy. Substitute with sour cream or Greek yogurt if desired.

How do I know it’s done baking?

It should be golden brown on top and reach an internal temp of 190°F (88°C) in the center.

Can I use leftover buffalo chicken?

Absolutely—just mix it with the cream cheese and cheese before stuffing the dough.

Is this good for meal prep?

It’s best fresh but still tasty reheated. Great for parties, potlucks, or even casual lunches.

Conclusion

Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pull Apart Bread is the kind of dish that disappears fast. With spicy, creamy chicken stuffed into buttery, golden dough and baked to perfection, it’s a guaranteed win for game days, gatherings, or indulgent weekend treats. Easy to make and even easier to eat, this pull apart bread brings comfort and flavor to the table in every bite.

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