Description

This Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip offers a flavorful, lower-fat twist on the classic game day favorite. Combining shredded chicken breast with reduced-fat cream cheese, nonfat Greek yogurt, and buffalo sauce results in a creamy, spicy dip that’s perfect for parties or snacks. Baked to bubbly perfection and optionally topped with blue cheese and fresh herbs, it’s a protein-packed appetizer that pairs beautifully with fresh veggies or whole grain crackers.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Garnish

Chopped green onions or parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F to prepare for baking the dip.
Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, plain nonfat Greek yogurt, buffalo hot sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well blended and uniform in texture.
Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a small baking dish to ensure it cooks uniformly.
Add Blue Cheese (Optional): If desired, sprinkle crumbled blue cheese evenly on top for added flavor before baking.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly throughout.
Cool and Garnish: Carefully remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly for safe serving. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if using.
Serve: Serve the dip warm alongside fresh vegetables, whole grain crackers, or tortilla chips for dipping.

Notes

Rotisserie chicken can be used to save preparation time.
Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce according to your preferred spice level.
For a dairy-free version, substitute plant-based cream cheese and yogurt alternatives.