Sides
Better For You Buffalo Chicken Dip
A healthier take on the classic buffalo chicken dip, made with Greek yogurt, lean chicken breast, and reduced-fat cheese for a creamy, spicy, and protein-packed dip. Perfect for a guilt-free snack or party appetizer!
Prep
10 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
35 minutes
Serves
6
people
Author
Cody Landry
Why This is a Healthy Alternative
- This buffalo chicken dip is a lighter, healthier version of the traditional recipe without compromising flavor. Here's why:
- Greek Yogurt: Replaces sour cream and some of the cream cheese, cutting down on calories and fat while adding a boost of protein and probiotics.
- Reduced-Fat Cream Cheese and Cheese: Using reduced-fat versions significantly lowers the fat content compared to regular full-fat ingredients.
- Lean Chicken Breast: A high-protein, low-fat option that keeps the dip filling and satisfying.
- Baking Instead of Frying: The entire dip is baked, avoiding extra fats or oils, making it a cleaner, healthier dish.
Substitutions for Specific Diets
- Low-Carb/Keto: Stick with full-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and cheese to maintain a higher fat content. Serve with low-carb veggies like celery or cucumber slices.
- Gluten-Free: Ensure that your hot sauce and all other ingredients are certified gluten-free. Serve with gluten-free crackers or veggies.
- Dairy-Free: Replace Greek yogurt and cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives (like almond-based or coconut-based versions) and use dairy-free shredded cheese.
- Paleo: Use full-fat coconut cream instead of Greek yogurt and cream cheese, and choose a compliant hot sauce without added sugars or preservatives.
- Vegan: Swap shredded jackfruit for chicken, use dairy-free alternatives for Greek yogurt and cream cheese, and use a vegan-friendly hot sauce. You’ll have a delicious plant-based buffalo dip!
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, reduced-fat cream cheese, hot sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and half of the mozzarella cheese until well combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish:
- Spread the mixture evenly in a small baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and blue cheese or cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve hot with celery sticks, sliced bell peppers, whole-grain crackers, or any other healthy dippers.