Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Get the creamy, spicy, and satisfying flavor of buffalo wings without all the calories or the prep time. You'll love this super simple dip as a part of your weekly meal prep or as the perfect addition to any party spread. 

This dip could not be any easier to tackle. All you really need to do is toss some ingredients together in a bowl and pop it in the oven - the hardest part is trying not to eat the whole thing in one sitting. 

It's hard to believe a 1/2 cup scoop packs only 136 calories and 8 grams of fat while proving 12 grams of hunger-busting protein. 

This is a great addition to any weekly meal prep as a snack or protein-packed lunch!

Follow the recipe below for a quick buffalo chicken dip recipe prepared with a store-bought ranch mix or make your own Ranch seasoning by blending the following together: 

ranch mix for buffalo chicken dip meal prep recipe

  • 1/2 cup dry buttermilk powder 
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder 
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder 
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt 
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 

How to Prepare Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Prep time: 5 min 
Cook time: 20 min 
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients 

  • 16 ounces Trifecta shredded chicken
  • 1 cup cottage cheese 
  • 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot wing sauce
  • 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix homemade or store-bought 
  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese 

Kitchen Tools 

  • Medium Bowl
  • Oven-Safe Baking Dish 
  • Spatula

Step 1: Preheat Oven and Blend Dip 

Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Coat baking dish (1-quart) with cooking spray and set aside. You can use this same dish for serving the dip!

ingredients for buffalo chicken dip

In a small bowl combine ranch seasoning and Greek yogurt. Mix until well blended. Then add the pre-cooked shredded chicken, cottage cheese, and hot sauce. Stir well to evenly coat the chicken. 

mixing ingredients for buffalo chicken dip recipe

Step 2: Bake 

Add chicken mixture to a baking dish and spread out evenly.

Then sprinkle your cheddar cheese on top and place in the oven for 8 minutes, or until warmed through. Since everything is pre-cooked, you'll just want to heat it until it is hot and the flavors have melded. 

buffalo chicken dip in baking dish

Then serve with carrot sticks, whole-grain crackers, or chips. The sky is the limit.

Reheating, Storing, Serving 

buffalo chicken dip in meal prep container

This dip still tastes amazing at room temp or slightly warm. Just pop it in the microwave for a few minutes or in the oven on low heat (300 degrees Fahrenheit) and re-warm the mixture for serving.


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10 Minute Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

COOK TIME:

20 min

PREP TIME:

5 min

YIELD:

12

DESCRIPTION

All the spicy, creamy flavor of your favorite buffalo dip without the guilt. Pairs with crunchy veggies and whole grain crackers to enjoy as healthy snack or party appetizer. Or add a scoop on top of your fresh green salad for lunch.

INGREDIENTS

  • 16 ounces Trifecta shredded chicken
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup Franks RedHot wing sauce
  • 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix store-bought or homemade
  • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese or blue cheese crumbles

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Coat baking dish 1-quart with cooking spray and set aside. In a small bowl combine ranch seasoning and Greek yogurt. Mix until well blended. Then add the pre-cooked shredded chicken, cottage cheese, and hot sauce. Stir well to evenly coat the chicken.

  2. Add chicken mixture to a baking dish and spread out evenly. Then sprinkle your cheddar cheese on top and place in the oven for 8 minutes, or until warmed through. Since everything is pre-cooked, you'll just want to heat it until it is hot and the flavors have melded.

NUTRITION FACTS

Servings: 12 | Calories Per Serving: 136

  • Total Fat 8.5g
    13%
  • Cholesterol 41mg
    41mg
  • Sodium 400mg
    17%
  • Total Carbohydrates 3g
  • Sugars 2g
  • Protein 12g
  • Vitamin A
    6%
  • Vitamin C
    3%