Description
This Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip is a flavorful, lower-fat twist on the classic appetizer, packed with shredded chicken, buffalo wing sauce, and a blend of cheeses and Greek yogurt. It’s perfect for parties or snacks and can be made in a crockpot or baked in the oven, served with fresh veggies or crackers for a delicious, guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken breasts (rotisserie or homemade, about 2 lbs uncooked)
- 1/2 cup Franks Buffalo Wing hot sauce (extra for more spice)
- 8 oz 1/3 less fat cream cheese, cut into cubes
- 1 cup 1% milk fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded part skim Mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup plain non fat Greek yogurt
- 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning packet
- 1/2 cup diced green onions
- 1/2 cup diced celery
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Cook and shred about 2 lbs of chicken breasts if not using rotisserie chicken. Dice the green onions and celery. Cube the cream cheese.
- Combine ingredients: In your chosen dish (crockpot or baking dish), add shredded chicken, cream cheese cubes, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, mozzarella cheese, Franks Buffalo Wing hot sauce, green onions, celery, and the ranch seasoning packet. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- If using crockpot method: Set your crockpot to low heat and cook the mixture for 2-3 hours until the cheeses are melted and the dip is warmed through. Stir occasionally if possible. Optionally top with blue cheese crumbles and additional diced green onions before serving.
- If using oven method: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray an 8×8 inch or 2.5-3 quart baking dish with cooking spray. Transfer the mixture to the dish and bake uncovered for about 30 minutes. Check the center to ensure it is hot and the cheeses are melted. Optionally top with blue cheese crumbles and diced green onions before serving.
- Serving suggestions: Serve the buffalo chicken dip warm with celery sticks, carrot sticks, cauliflower florets, chips, or crackers for dipping.
- Storage and reheating: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm in a small saucepan over low heat for about 5 minutes while stirring occasionally, or microwave for 1-2 minutes stirring halfway through.
- Make-ahead tips: Mix all ingredients in the crockpot or baking dish, cover, and refrigerate until ready to cook. Remove from fridge and allow to come to room temperature for about 20 minutes before heating using the preferred method.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control spice level.
- Using 1/3 less fat cream cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt helps reduce the fat content without sacrificing creaminess.
- Blue cheese crumbles are optional but add authentic buffalo flavor.
- This dip pairs well with fresh vegetables or choice of chips and crackers.
- Make ahead and refrigerate for convenient entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours (crockpot) or 30 minutes (oven)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
