Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip puts a delicious twist on traditional chicken wing dip. It has bold flavor with a less fat and calories, making it a guilt free party snack.
Dips make a party special. People love to congregate around a great party dip. If you want more dip recipes, try my Layered Taco Dip and my Roasted Red Pepper Hummus. Try them at your next party.
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Why this Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip is a Keeper
I love this easy and delicious recipe because it’s the perfect snack for game day. It’s cheesy, creamy and absolutely crave-worthy.
- 35 Minutes: Mix in five and bake for 30, it is so simple or place in the slow cooker or mini crock pot for parties.
- Simple Ingredients: All found in pantry or fridge and the ingredients are protein packed. Serve with bleu cheese or ranch dressing on the side.
- Family Friendly: No one would know that they are eating a better for you Buffalo Chicken Dip because it is so darn good.
- Adaptable: Make the dip your own by adding your favorite seasonings such as garlic powder, onion powder, salt etc. You can also make gluten free.
- Crowd-Pleaser: It’s a hit with guests, making it ideal for entertaining. It’s a great alternative to high fat dips.
Will My Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip Taste Like Cottage Cheese?
Nope, the cottage cheese replaces half of a block of cream cheese. It’s still the same creamy, smooth flavor you’re used to.
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“We loved this healthier version of a favorite dip- I’m losing my old recipe and only making this one from now on!”
~ Dana
Ingredient Notes for Buffalo CHicken Dip Recipe
All of the required ingredients for this cottage cheese buffalo chicken dip recipe are easy to find at the store, but some of the ingredients may be around the kitchen already.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Buffalo Sauce: Add your favorite hot sauce or buffalo wing sauce to make this game day Buffalo dip that’s perfectly spicy.
- Cooked Chicken: Be sure to use cooked, shredded chicken breast to make this traditional buffalo chicken dip recipe.
- Cottage Cheese: Use cottage cheese that’s fat free to cut down on fat even more, and to pack a protein punch. Cottage cheese is a little better for you than cream cheese or ranch dressing.
Variations and Substitutions for High Protein Dip
Feel free to use different ingredients to substitute or experiment with flavors in cottage cheese recipes.
- The Cheese: Swap mozzarella for shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack for more kick. Avoid using pre-shredded cheese as it doesn’t melt as well.
- The Heat: Use Frank’s RedHot for the classic taste, or Sriracha for a more garlicky heat.
- The Chicken: Make this dip with canned chicken (drained), rotisserie chicken, chicken thighs or even leftover grilled turkey.
- Vegetarian Option: Make buffalo chicken dip without the chicken with chopped roasted cauliflower or smashed chickpeas in this higher protein version of your favorite appetizer dip.
Special Equipment Needed for Shredded Chicken Dip
A specific piece of equipment can sometimes make all the difference in a recipe. For this recipe, just a couple of things are extra helpful.
- Blender or Food Processor: Essential for getting the texture of cottage cheese perfectly smooth.
- Slow Cooker: Great for keeping the dip warm during a party.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Wing Dip
This is one of the easiest and simple to make recipes ever. High protein buffalo chicken dip comes together in 2 steps, and is perfect for a party or get-together.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, cottage cheese, chicken, hot sauce, blue cheese crumbles, ranch seasoning and mozzarella cheese.
- Prep Pan and Bake: Spray a small baking dish or pie pan with nonstick spray. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and bake in a preheated oven until it’s bubbly and the cheese is melted.
Prep Ahead for Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Get a head start to make this appetizer that’s packed with protein even easier.
- Blend & Mix: You can blend the cottage cheese and mix it with the hot sauce and spices up to 48 hours in advance. Store it in the fridge.
- Shred Early: Shred your rotisserie chicken and cheese a day ahead.
- Assemble: You can fully assemble the dip in a baking dish, cover it with foil, and keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to bake. (Just add 5–10 minutes to the bake time if starting from cold).
Alternate Cooking Methods to Make Buffalo Chicken Dip
Make this recipe another way by using your air fryer or stovetop if your oven is occupied with something else.
- Air Fryer: Place the dip in an oven-safe dish that fits your air fryer basket. Cook at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until bubbly.
- Stovetop: Heat in a saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and the dip is hot.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftover Buffalo Dip
- Store: Keep this easy buffalo chicken dip recipe in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: For best results, microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, or pop it back in a 350°F oven until hot. You could even do slow cooker buffalo chicken dip.
- Leftover Ideas: Make stuffed peppers with leftover dip. Fill mini bell peppers and broil.
- Buffalo Mac & Cheese: Stir leftovers into hot pasta.
- Quesadillas: Use buffalo chicken cottage cheese dip as a filling for a spicy grilled quesadilla. Add a little extra cheese to make it more like a chicken tender quesadilla.
Questions About This Easy Buffalo Chicken Appetizer Dip
If you’re worried about lumps of cottage cheese, I recommend that you blend cottage cheese in a blender before adding it to the dip.
Yes, you could even use rotisserie chicken or any other cooked leftover chicken if you like.
Tips and Serving Suggestions for Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cottage Cheese
- Don’t Skip the Blending: Unless you love the texture of warm cottage cheese curds, spend the 30 seconds blending it until it looks like heavy cream.
- Temper the Heat: If it’s too spicy, stir in a tablespoon of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of honey to balance the acid.
- Freshly Shredded Cheese: Pre-shredded cheese is coated in potato starch to prevent clumping, which can make the cottage cheese dip grainy. Grate your own for a superior melt.
- Serve With: Serve with other dips like Olive Garden Spinach Artichoke Dip (Instant Pot), Crockpot Chili Cheese Dip or Fluffy Chocolate Dip.
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Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip
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Ingredients
- 4 ounces Fat free cream cheese, ½ brick, softened
- 1 cup Fat free cottage cheese
- ½ cup Hot sauce, I used some from our favorite wing joint
- ½ cup Reduced fat blue cheese crumbles
- ½ Tablespoon Dry ranch seasoning
- 2 cups Chicken breast, cooked and shredded (or finely diced)
- ½ cup Low fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
- Spray a small baking dish (I used a pie dish) with a light coating of non-stick cooking spray. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until dip is bubbly and the cheese is melted. Serve hot.
Christina’s Notes
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- Dip: Fresh veggies such as carrots, bell peppers celery sticks are all great.
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- Top: Top with fresh cilantro, fresh parsley or chopped green onion.
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- Short cut tip: Make in the crock pot or instant pot, it keeps it warm during parties.
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- Variation tip: Pita chips, tortilla chips or other crunchy chips are perfect for dipping.
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- Alternate ingredient/Substitution/Addition: Primal Kitchen Dairy-Free Buffalo Sauce is a nice alternative for keto buffalo chicken dip.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
We loved this healthier version of a favorite dip- I’m losing my old recipe and only making this one from now on!
Tested this recipe, today, in anticipation of our Super Bowl party next weekend! We always need something “buffalo” on the buffet table and this sounded great. It’s scrumptious! I’m so excited! Can’t wait to make some more and share it to with our friends!
This dip is packed with flavors, we love it! It was delicious and enjoyable. can’t wait to have them for our Valentine’s Day celebration. So excited!
This was a crowd favorite! I used fat-free cheddar cheese instead of mozzarella and it turned out great and incredibly delicious. Glad my guests loved this buffalo chicken dip. Definitely a keeper!
Oh I love adding blue cheese in your buffalo chicken dip!! I must try this soon. Great idea for a Super Bowl party.
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I love blue cheese too! Thanks for stopping by! It’s nice to meet you! 🙂
My husband and son would die for me to make this. They love buffalo wings. For some reason I’ve never liked that taste so I like to let them indulge in these types of things when I’m dieting, which I’m doing now.
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My husband loves it too! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by! It’s nice to meet you! 🙂
This looks so amazing. I love dips and skinny, yeah. I am in your sits group and it’s nice to meat you. I will be scouring your blog.
THanks! It’s nice to meet you too! Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
This looks really yummy! My husband would love it because he adds Tabasco to everything! I’ll have to make it for Super Bowl Sunday! Just stopping by from this week’s SITS Tribe Challenge!
It would be perfect for Superbowl Sunday! Thanks for stopping by! It’s nice to meet you! 🙂
Oh gosh this looks like it would be so amazing with some celery or maybe even top of some kale chips. Pinned it! Stopping by from the SITSTribe Challenge.
I never thought to use kale chips! Great suggestion! Thanks for stopping by. It’s nice to meet you! 🙂
I love the Grilled and Ready Chicken Strips! They are so versatile and flavorful!
I love dips like this. I could devour it in one sitting, too!