A buffalo chicken baked potato is a hearty dish featuring a fluffy baked potato loaded with savory shredded chicken. Topped with melted cheese, drizzle with ranch dressing, and buffalo sauce for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

buffalo chicken baked potatoes on cutting board

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Ever thought of giving your regular baked potato a fiery makeover?

Why settle for basic when you can spice up your meal with a buffalo chicken baked potato!

This dish blends the comforting, fluffy texture of baked potatoes with the spicy kick of buffalo chicken, making for a perfect balance of flavor and comfort. It’s a surefire way to transform dinner into a zesty experience.

Love buffalo sauce? Try our buffalo chicken dip too!

Why I love this recipe

it combines the warmth of a baked potato with the bold heat of buffalo sauce.
hearty enough to serve as a main dish, but also great as a side.
simple to adjust according to your spice preferences or dietary needs.
always a hit at gatherings, pleasing both spice lovers and comfort food enthusiasts.

Ingredients

medium Russet potatoes
cooked chicken
melted butter
buffalo sauce
green onion
blue cheese crumbles
ranch dressing
pepper
salt

Items Needed

small mixing bowl
measuring cups & spoons
standard baking sheet with a rack over it
basting brush
stirring utensil
fork

Step by step

Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Using a fork, poke holes all over your washed potatoes.
Place the potatoes on a standard baking sheet with a rack over the top of it and use a basting brush to coat them entirely in melted butter.
Sprinkle each potato with a bit of salt and pepper.
Bake for 55 minutes or until fork tender.

In a small bowl, mix together the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce.
Split your potatoes and baste the inside with a bit of the leftover melted butter.
Sprinkle the insides of the potatoes with a bit of salt and pepper.
Place about ¼ cup of the chicken mixture into each potato.
Drizzle with a bit of extra buffalo sauce, if desired, then drizzle with ranch dressing.
Top each potato with about 1 tablespoon blue cheese crumbles and finish it off with about 1 tablespoon chopped green onions. Enjoy!

Tips for best results

The amount of ranch dressing is totally up to your preferences.
I use Frank’s buffalo sauce because it has the best flavor profile, in my opinion.
I tend to use leftover chicken from past dinners to make this, since it needs such a small amount of chicken. However, rotisserie chicken is another great option for making this a quick meal.

Serving suggestions

These loaded potatoes are a meal in themselves, but if you’re looking to round out your dinner, consider serving them with a green veggie salad or some steamed veggies on the side.

A glass of strawberry iced tea makes the perfect accompaniment to balance out the heat from the buffalo sauce.

Variations

swap out the buffalo sauce for BBQ sauce for a smoky twist
add crispy bacon bits for an extra layer of flavor
substitute sour cream for ranch dressing for a tangy finish

Storage

These potatoes are best served freshly assembled. I don’t recommend storing them with all the toppings on them.

Leftover baked potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make sure to wrap them tightly in foil or place them in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

When you’re ready to reheat, pop them back in the oven or microwave until warmed through. The potatoes are best enjoyed fresh, but reheating them properly can bring back their comforting texture and bold flavors.

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