Healthy Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Dip
This healthy crockpot buffalo chicken dip is creamy, tangy, and packed with protein—a guilt-free twist on the classic party favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- ½ cup small curd cottage cheese
- 2 cups cheddar cheese divided (or substitute half with crumbled blue cheese for a tangy twist)
Instructions
Mix the Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Stir until everything is well-blended.
Transfer to Crockpot
- Pour the mixture into your crockpot. If you’d like, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top for a gooey, melty topping.
Cook to Perfection
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours. The dip is ready when it’s warm, bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted.
Serve and Enjoy
- Drizzle with extra buffalo sauce for a pop of color and flavor, then serve with your favorite dippers. We love crunchy celery sticks, carrot slices, whole-grain crackers, or tortilla chips for scooping!
Notes
Tips from Our Test Kitchen
Prep Ahead: Save time by using rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken. You can even prep the mixture the night before and refrigerate until ready to cook.
Adjust the Heat: Prefer a milder dip? Opt for a less spicy buffalo sauce. Want more kick? Add a dash of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the mix.
Cheese Options: For a tangier flavor, swap half the cheddar for crumbled blue cheese. It’s a game-changer!
Texture Tip: If you like a chunkier dip, shred the chicken into larger pieces. For a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender to mix the ingredients before cooking.
Variations, Leftovers & Storage
Variations: Customize this recipe to suit your taste! Swap chicken for shredded turkey, or use plant-based chicken for a vegetarian version. You can also experiment with different cheeses, like Monterey Jack or pepper jack, for a unique flavor.
Leftovers: Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
Freezing: This dip freezes well! Portion leftovers into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Nutrition Facts
Here’s a quick breakdown of the nutrition per serving (based on 8 servings):
Calories: 170
Protein: 16g
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 1g
These values are estimates and may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.