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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip

This Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy and spicy appetizer, perfect for game day or gatherings, made with shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and healthy substitutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken breasts Use rotisserie chicken for convenience or homemade shredded chicken.
  • 1/2 cup Franks Buffalo Wing hot sauce Adjust to control heat level.
  • 8 oz 1/3 less fat cream cheese Provides the creamy base.
  • 1 cup 1% milk fat cottage cheese Enhances the texture while keeping it lighter.
  • 1 cup shredded part-skim Mozzarella cheese Melty cheese for binding.
  • 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt Healthy substitute for added creaminess.
  • 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning packet Adds extra flavor.
  • 1/2 cup diced green onions Provides a fresh touch.
  • 1/2 cup diced celery Adds crunch and contrast.

Method
 

Crock Pot Method
  1. In a crock pot, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cottage cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, mozzarella cheese, hot sauce, diced green onions, ranch dressing seasoning, and diced celery. Stir until well combined.
  2. Let the mixture sit on low heat for about 2-3 hours until the cheeses melt and blend together.
  3. Serve with fresh celery sticks, carrot sticks, cauliflower, chips, or crackers.
Baking Method
  1. Preheat the oven and spray an 8x8 or 2.5-3 quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Combine all the ingredients in the baking dish, mixing well until blended.
  3. Bake for about 30 minutes, ensuring it's hot and bubbly.
  4. Garnish with blue cheese crumbles and diced green onions before serving.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat on low heat for about 5 minutes or in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. Can be prepared a day in advance.