This Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip is a crowd-pleasing party appetizer that tastes just as good as the traditional version but with fewer calories and less fat. Made with lean chicken breast, Greek yogurt, and reduced-fat cream cheese, it has all the spicy, tangy flavors you love without the guilt. Serve it with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and whole grain crackers for a satisfying and healthier snacking option. It's the perfect dish to enjoy while cheering on your favorite team during game day!
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken breast, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, hot sauce, blue cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it out in an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with additional chopped green onions and cilantro, if desired.
- Serve hot with celery sticks, carrot sticks, and whole grain crackers.
Interesting Facts
Buffalo chicken dip was first created in the Anchor Bar in Buffalo, New York.
This healthier version of buffalo chicken dip contains less fat and fewer calories compared to the original recipe.
Greek yogurt is a nutritious alternative to sour cream and adds a creamy texture to the dip.
Using lean chicken breast instead of dark meat reduces the overall fat content of the dish.
The addition of cilantro adds a fresh and herbaceous flavor to the dip.