Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold buffalo flavor, this Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip lightens up the classic with Greek yogurt and cottage cheese for extra protein. It’s the perfect game day snack that disappears fast.
Healthy buffalo chicken dip has been on repeat in my kitchen for years. It was actually one of the first appetizers I learned to make in college, and I made it constantly, for tailgates, family get-togethers, and even the occasional “dip for dinner” situation while studying.
I love that it’s ridiculously easy and made with simple ingredients I usually have on hand. Most of the time, I just need to grab some carrots or celery for dipping, and it’s ready to go. Cheesy, spicy, creamy… honestly, is there anything better?
If you’re looking for more easy dip recipes, give this Marry Me Chicken Dip, this Cottage Cheese Dip or this Crack Chicken Dip a try next!
This was so creamy and delicious! We will be making this again and again. Thank you!
Why This Dip Wins Every Time!
- All the flavor, lightened up: You still get that creamy, cheesy, spicy buffalo kick, just made a little healthier with Greek yogurt and cottage cheese for extra protein.
- Easy, no-fuss prep: Mix, bake, and serve. It comes together in minutes with simple ingredients you probably already have.
- Perfect for parties: A guaranteed hit for game day, tailgates, or casual get-togethers, and yes, it totally works as a protein-packed dinner, too.
- Great with everything: Scoop it up with celery and carrots, bell peppers, pretzel chips, pita chips, crackers, or tortilla chips, it’s delicious no matter how you serve it.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Traditionally, buffalo chicken dip is made with cream cheese and ranch dressing, but for this cottage cheese buffalo chicken dip we’re lightening things up a bit. By swapping in cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, you still get that creamy, cheesy texture, but with an extra boost of protein and a healthier twist.
- Shredded chicken: Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience, or use any cooked chicken you have on hand. Canned chicken also works! Use 2, 6-ounce cans.
- Greek yogurt: Adds creaminess and protein while keeping the dip lighter than traditional versions made with cream cheese. Use plain, full-fat or 2% for the best texture. You can use sour cream for a slightly richer, tangy dip, but it won’t have the extra protein that the yogurt provides.
- Blue cheese crumbles: Bring that classic buffalo flavor. If you’re not a huge blue cheese fan, you can reduce the amount or substitute with more cheddar.
- Shredded cheddar cheese: Melts beautifully and adds richness. Freshly shredded melts more smoothly than pre-shredded.
- Hot sauce: The star of the show! Adjust to taste depending on how spicy you like it.
- Cottage cheese: Boosts protein and makes the dip extra creamy, just like in my High Protein Pasta.
- Optional toppings & dippers: Fresh chives add a pop of flavor, while celery, carrots, cucumbers, and pretzel chips are perfect for scooping up every cheesy, spicy bite.
*For a detailed list of instructions, ingredients and measurements, please reference the recipe card down below.
How to Make Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Mix: In a large bowl, stir the chicken, Greek yogurt, blue cheese, cheddar cheese, and hot sauce together until well mixed. Gently fold in the cottage cheese.
- Transfer: Transfer the mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish and spread evenly. Top with additional shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake on the middle rack for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dip is heated through.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh chives, green onions, or chopped parsley, if desired. Enjoy warm with chips and veggies like carrot and celery sticks.
Recipe FAQs
That depends on the hot sauce you use. For a milder dip, reduce the hot sauce slightly or choose a mild buffalo sauce.
Mix everything together, cover with plastic wrap or foil, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. When ready to serve, bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes if it’s going into the oven cold.
Add everything into your crockpot and cook on low for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally, until hot and melty. Top with cheese for the last thirty minutes. You also might want to check out my slow cooker buffalo chicken dip made with cream cheese.
Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Only 138 calories per serving! Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free, making it a lighter, protein-packed option everyone can enjoy.
More Buffalo Chicken Recipes You Might Like
- Buffalo Chicken Sliders
- Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings
- Buffalo Chicken Tacos
- Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Tenders
- Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls
- Crispy Buffalo Chicken Salad
- Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
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Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded chicken*
- 1 cup greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, more for topping
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1 cup cottage cheese
Optional toppings and dippers
- chives, for garnish
- celery
- carrots
- pretzel chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, Greek yogurt, blue cheese, cheddar cheese, and hot sauce until well mixed. Gently fold in the cottage cheese.2 cups shredded chicken*, 1 cup greek yogurt, 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese,, 1/2 cup hot sauce
- Transfer the mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish and spread evenly. Top with additional shredded cheddar cheese.1 cup cottage cheese
- Bake on the middle rack for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dip is heated through.
- Serve with chips and veggies of your choice.chives,, celery, carrots, pretzel chips
Notes
- A rotisserie chicken or two 6-ounce cans of canned chicken breast are great for this recipe, but you can also make shredded chicken in the slow cooker if you prefer.
Nutrition
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Instead of blue cheese I subbed a few tablespoons of ranch dressing. What is considered a serving size?
about 1/4 cup
This is really good!! But makes way too much lol I should have halved the recipe. Has anybody tried freezing this?
You can freeze it for up to 3 months! The texture might change a little from the dairy but the taste will still be the same.
Not sure what i did wrong! Mines so watery. I’ve never seen the cottage cheese that you mentioned where i live in Canada so i used regular cottage cheese. I can tell it would be super good if it was creamy like everybody else’s in the comments!
Hi! I’m so sorry that happened. You can try draining your cottage cheese in a cheese cloth next time! This will help remove the excess moisture.
This was so creamy and delicious! We will be making this again and again. Thank you!
This was incredible! I love that it is a lighter version, but it still tastes so good! It was definitely a hit!
This dip was honestly so delicious and I’m so excited about the cottage cheese! Such a fun way to switch up a classic!
This dip packs a big punch of flavour, cant wait to make it again!
As someone who loves a good dip but is very health conscious, this was right up my alley.
Cheesy, Creamy and yummy. I love it all. Combinations delicious, Best party option too.
Do you use fat-fee Greek yogurt for this recipe?
I used full fat greek yogurt here – you can try fat-free but it might change the consistency. Let me know if you decide to try fat-free!