Description
This Healthy High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip is a tasty and nutritious appetizer perfect for gatherings or a protein-packed snack. Made with shredded chicken breast, creamy Greek yogurt, low-fat cheeses, and a spicy kick from hot sauce, this dip combines bold flavors with wholesome ingredients, baked to bubbly perfection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/4 cup low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, hot sauce, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Add Chicken and Cheese: Stir in the shredded chicken, half of the crumbled blue cheese, and half the shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix thoroughly to ensure all chicken pieces are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Spread in Baking Dish: Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and spread it evenly to prepare for baking.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and blue cheese evenly over the top of the dip mixture for a flavorful crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the dip is bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted and slightly browned.
- Garnish: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly. Then sprinkle the chopped scallions on top for a fresh, mild onion flavor and added color.
- Serve: Serve the warm dip with celery sticks, carrot sticks, or whole-grain crackers for dipping.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken breast from a rotisserie or leftovers to save time.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce the amount of hot sauce or choose a milder variety.
- Substitute blue cheese with feta if desired for a different flavor profile.
- For a thicker dip, use full-fat cream cheese instead of low-fat.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Buffalo chicken dip, healthy dip, high protein appetizer, baked buffalo chicken, low-fat chicken dip
