Are you looking for a healthy buffalo chicken dip recipe? This cottage cheese buffalo chicken dip is just 5 ingredients and a great healthier option than the traditional chicken dip recipe. This high protein buffalo chicken dip has 27 grams of protein per serving!
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Do you absolutely love the creamy, spicy flavors of buffalo chicken dip, but not all the calories and fat? This high protein, healthier buffalo chicken dip recipe is a great option. Made with just 5 ingredients, this high protein buffalo chicken dip has 27 grams of protein per serving.
Ideal for a party, this chicken dip is served hot. I’ve included options to make it in the oven or in a slow cooker to keep warm for a party.
What do I need to make high protein buffalo chicken dip?
- Pre-cooked, shredded chicken – I like to buy pre-cooked pulled chicken at Costco. This is rotisserie chicken that is all white meat. You could use any precooked chicken, either store-bought or homecooked.
- Cottage cheese – I use a low-fat, 2% cottage cheese for this recipe. You could use full-fat, but I don’t recommend fat-free cottage cheese. To achieve a creamier dip, you can blend the cottage cheese.
- Hot Sauce – we love Frank’s Red Hot Sauce at our house. It’s a great all-purpose hot sauce. Feel free to use your preferred buffalo hot sauce.
- Shredded cheese – Cheddar cheese is ideal, or you could use a cheddar jack blend or a blend of white and sharp cheddar cheeses. Any mixture of cheeses will work well, including reduced fat cheese.
- Garlic powder – ideal seasoning for this buffalo chicken dip.
For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post for the recipe. Thanks!
How do I make this high protein buffalo chicken dip recipe?
This chicken dip is really easy to make. Simply combine all 5 ingredients in a mixing bowl; the chicken, cottage cheese, hot sauce, shredded cheese and garlic powder. Stir together well so that the buffalo sauce is coating all of the ingredients.
Pro-Tip: Do you prefer a creamier dip? To create a creamier dip texture, blend your cottage cheese in a blender or food processor to eliminate the curd texture. I don’t mind the chunky cottage cheese texture, so I kept it as is.
Like using cottage cheese for high protein recipes? Check out these other recipes:
- Cottage Cheese Egg Bake with Spinach and Tomatoes
- Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse
- Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
- Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes
- Blueberry Cottage Cheese Muffins
- Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust by Homemade Heather
What type of dish or pan do I use for baking buffalo chicken dip?
I recommend using a glass or ceramic casserole dish for this baked dip. I’m using a medium casserole baking dish which works really well.
Can I make this dip in a crock pot?
Do you want to keep your dip hot for a party or gathering? I recommend preparing and serving your cottage cheese buffalo chicken dip in a slow cooker. This is ideal for keeping your dip hot for the duration of a party.
Ingredient Substitutions and Recommendations:
- Blue cheese or blue cheese dressing – many people love blue cheese dressing with their buffalo wings. Topping your dip with blue cheese crumbles or a drizzle of blue cheese dressing would be a great flavor enhancer.
- Green onions – a nice pop of zesty green is a great way to top your dip just before serving.
- Extra hot sauce – top your dip with extra hot sauce if you love your dip extra spicy.
For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the recipe at the bottom of the post. Thanks!
What do I serve with buffalo chicken dip?
This healthy buffalo chicken dip can be served with celery sticks, baby carrots, and scoop tortilla chips or corn chips. It’s a fantastic party dip, and could be served along side a vegetable tray or your favorite chips.
Love the flavors of buffalo chicken? Try my Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers, which are a great low carb dinner idea.
Check out these other buffalo chicken inspired recipes:
- Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Sloppy Joes by It Is A Keeper
- Stovetop Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese by Kelsey Smith
- Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats by On My Kids Plate
- Buffalo Chicken Tenders by Kylee Cooks
Frequently asked questions about buffalo chicken dip:
Yes, if you don’t like the cottage cheese curds, you can blend the cottage cheese to have a smoother consistency.
Yes, this dip can be made in a crock pot or slow cooker. It’s great for serving and keeping warm during a party.
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Easy Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip
Ingredients
- 1 lb. cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 8 oz. reduced fat shredded cheddar cheese or cheddar Jack blend
- 1/3 cup Frank's Red Hot Sauce or your preferred hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly spray a medium casserole dish with non-stick spray. Set aside.
- To a mixing bowl, add in all ingredients; shredded chicken, cottage cheese, 1 cup of the shredded cheese (reserving the remainder of the cheese for topping, hot sauce and garlic powder. Mix together well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Smooth out evenly. Top the dip mixture with the remainder of the shredded cheese.
- Place into the oven and bake uncovered for 20-22 minutes at 400 degrees or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbling.
- Let the dip cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with fresh veggies like celery sticks and carrot sticks or tortilla chips. Enjoy hot.
Slow Cooker Instructions:
- Stir all ingredients together in your slow cooker. Heat on low heat for 2-3 hours, or on high for 1 hour. Mixture will be ready to serve with the cheese is fully melted and chicken is fully cooked through. Serve on low/warm setting for a party or gathering.
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