Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip 

This Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip offers a healthier twist on the classic favorite by replacing cream cheese with high-protein cottage cheese. It's creamy, spicy, and perfect for game days, potlucks, or as a satisfying snack. Whether served warm or chilled, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie or baked)

• 1 cup cottage cheese (blended for a smooth texture)

• ½ cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)

• ½ cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon onion powder

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

• ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella for extra meltiness)

• ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)

• Chopped green onions for garnish

• Celery sticks, carrot sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers for serving

Directions

1. Prepare the Chicken: If using rotisserie chicken, remove the skin and shred the meat with two forks. If cooking chicken fresh, season with salt and pepper, bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, then shred.

2. Blend the Cottage Cheese: In a blender or food processor, puree the cottage cheese until completely smooth.

3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, blended cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Stir until fully mixed.

4. Bake the Dip: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions and blue cheese crumbles. Serve warm with celery sticks, carrot sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 167 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 7 g

• Protein: 11 g

• Fat: 11 g

• Saturated Fat: 4 g

• Cholesterol: 21 mg

• Sodium: 899 mg

• Potassium: 216 mg

• Fiber: 1 g

• Sugar: 4 g

• Vitamin A: 1827 IU

• Vitamin C: 65 mg

• Calcium: 136 mg

• Iron: 0.5 mg