Creamy Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip
Indulge in the rich, zesty goodness of Creamy Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. This warm, creamy dip combines tender shredded chicken with the bold flavors of Buffalo sauce and the velvety texture of cottage cheese. Serve it with crispy tortilla chips or fresh veggies, and watch as it becomes the star of any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup Buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, bake in a dish for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces once cooled.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken, cottage cheese, Buffalo sauce, garlic powder, and half of the cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Gently fold in green onions and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Transfer to an oven-safe dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with tortilla chips or veggie sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute Buffalo sauce with your favorite barbecue sauce or add extra cheese for creaminess. For a vegetarian twist, swap shredded chicken with chickpeas or lentils.