Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cottage Cheese Recipe
A healthy and flavorful twist on a classic party favorite, this Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip combines lean protein with a spicy kick. Made with lowfat cottage cheese, canned white chunk chicken, shredded cheddar, and buffalo wing sauce, it’s a lighter option that still delivers on taste. Perfect for game day or casual gatherings, this baked dip is easy to prepare and sure to please.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cans Canned White Chunk Chicken (12.5 oz cans each)
- 1 cup Lowfat Cottage Cheese
- ½ cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- ⅓ cup Buffalo Wing Sauce (adjust based on heat preference)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the canned white chunk chicken, lowfat cottage cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and buffalo wing sauce. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly blended into a uniform mixture.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Transfer the combined mixture into an oven-safe baking dish, spreading it out evenly to ensure consistent cooking.
- Bake the Dip: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven carefully and serve warm with your choice of dippers such as celery sticks, crackers, or tortilla chips.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of buffalo wing sauce to control the spiciness of the dip.
- For a creamier texture, blend the cottage cheese before mixing.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
- Use gluten-free crackers or vegetables for dipping to keep the recipe gluten-free.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
