High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cottage Cheese (Print Version)
Creamy, high-protein buffalo chicken dip made with cottage cheese. A healthier twist on a classic, perfect for game day or a satisfying snack.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
# Ingredients:
→ The Creamy Protein Core
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2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
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1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
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2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
→ Fiery Buffalo Kick
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1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
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1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
→ Flavor & Freshness Boosters
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1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
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1/4 cup sliced green onions, for garnish
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1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
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1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish or similar oven-safe dish. This prepares your equipment for the delicious High-Protein Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip.
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In a food processor or blender, combine 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese and 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure no lumps remain.
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Transfer the blended cottage cheese mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast, 1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
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Pour in 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce and stir until it's thoroughly incorporated throughout the chicken and cottage cheese mixture. Gently fold in 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, ensuring it's well distributed within your High-Protein Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip.
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Spoon the entire High-Protein Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Evenly sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese over the top of the dip for a golden crust.
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Bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly around the edges, and the blue cheese on top is melted and lightly golden. The internal temperature should be at least 165°F.
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Remove the High-Protein Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip from the oven. Garnish immediately with 1/4 cup sliced green onions. Serve hot with your favorite dippers like celery sticks, bell pepper strips, or whole-wheat crackers.
# Notes:
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For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dip mixture before baking.
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Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
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If blue cheese isn't your favorite, you can substitute it with shredded mozzarella or a sharp cheddar cheese for a milder flavor.
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Serve this dip with a variety of fresh vegetables like carrot sticks, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips for a healthy and crunchy accompaniment.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Food processor or blender
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Large mixing bowl
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Measuring cups and spoons
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9x13 inch baking dish
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Spatula
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 144 kcal
Total Fat: 4 g
Total Carbohydrate: 5 g
Protein: 20 g