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Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip

★★★★★ 65 Reviews Recipe Print
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By: Erin8/27/21

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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip

Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip is a wonderful appetizer or snack that’s made with healthy ingredients but tastes absolutely delicious. Serve it up alongside veggies, tortilla chips, or crackers, and you’re looking at your new favorite snack!

dipping chip into healthy buffalo chicken dip

Delicious and healthy buffalo chicken dip

I am a self-titled appetizer queen. I love anything that’s suitable for game day, tailgates, or parties. If it can be eaten like a dip, I’m in! Though a ton of buffalo chicken dip recipes exist, I couldn’t find one that was healthy but still tasted good.

When I’m at a loss for the exact recipe that I’m looking for, well… I make my own! Low and behold, after hours spent scouring the internet for a buff chick dip that didn’t come with hundreds of calories attached, I made my own, and healthier buffalo chicken dip was born.

Football season may have just come to a close, but that doesn’t mean your appetizer snacking has to! Healthier buffalo chicken dip is a guilt-free option that’s delicious when eaten alongside crackers, tortilla chips, carrots, or celery!

The next time you sit down to watch your favorite Netflix series, you’re going to want a bowl of this on your coffee table.

platter with healthy buffalo chicken dip and veggies

Ingredients used to make chicken dip

This buffalo chicken dip recipe is made using real, whole ingredients. In sticking with the “real” stuff, I’m able to achieve a delicious recipe that’s way healthier, but tastes like the real deal!

Here’s a list of everything you’ll need to make your own dip:

  • Shredded chicken
  • Cream cheese or Neufchatel
  • Hot sauce
  • Mozzarella cheese
  • Plain Greek yogurt
  • Chopped green onion
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Optional toppings: Green onion, cheddar cheese, blue cheese

Tools you will need to make buffalo chicken dip

This dip recipe is incredibly simple to make and only requires a bit of shredding, chopping, mixing, and baking! To make this recipe, you’ll need a baking dish, cutting board, chopping knife, mixing bowl, fork, and mixing spoon. That’s it!

ingredients for healthy buffalo chicken dip
ingredients for healthy buffalo chicken dip

How to make healthier buffalo chicken dip

To make this dip, you’ll need no more than 10 minutes for prepping. In total, this recipe takes about 30 minutes.

To begin making buffalo chicken dip, start by preheating the oven to 400F and greasing a baking dish.

You can use any round or square dish. I used an 8×8 dish, but anything around that will work. If using a bigger dish, slightly reduce the cooking time, as you’ll be baking a thinner layer of dip.

In a large bowl, shred the chicken with a fork.

Then, add in the softened cream cheese, hot sauce, cheese, and Greek yogurt. Stir until combined.

Mix in the green onion, garlic powder, and onion powder. Then, pour into the greased baking dish.

Bake in the oven for 16-20 minutes, or until bubbly throughout.

Top with blue cheese, cheddar, and more green onion, and serve immediately. I like to serve mine with veggies and tortilla chips!

How to make buff chick dip ahead of time

If you’d like to make this buffalo chicken dip ahead of time, you can! Pre-making this dish is a great option if you want your dip to be nice and warm when serving.

To make your dip ahead of time, follow all directions until you get to the baking portion. This means you will prep your chicken, mix your ingredients, and put everything in the baking dish. Then, cover with tin foil or plastic wrap and keep refrigerated for up to two days.

The day of your event, party, or dinner, just bake as directed, and you’ll be good to go!

healthy buffalo chicken dip

Buffalo chicken dip pointers

Use these tips to make the most of your delicious buff chick dip!

What type of chicken should I use?
You will need cooked chicken to make this recipe. You can use canned chicken, rotisserie chicken, or you can bake your own ahead of time. I like to use chicken breasts for this recipe, so I usually opt to cook my own.

How to replace mozzarella cheese
If you aren’t a fan of mozzarella, you can instead use your favorite shredded cheese at a 1:1 ratio.

How to store buffalo chicken dip
Leftover dip can be stored by covering the original container with plastic wrap or foil and storing in the fridge. You can also place any leftovers in an airtight container. Eat refrigerated leftovers within 2-3 days.

How to reheat leftover dip
For best results, I recommend reheating leftover dip in the oven. Place desired amount in a baking dish, and bake at 350F until warm. Check it every few minutes to avoid overcooking.

Craving more appetizers and finger foods?

Below are more of my favorite dip-style recipes that are perfect for gatherings, parties, or at-home Netflix nights! You have to try these… especially the Healthy Seven Layer Dip.

  • Easy Avocado Feta Dip
  • Healthy Seven Layer Dip
  • Savory Pumpkin Hummus
  • Lemon Garlic Hummus
  • Thai Peanut Hummus

Recipe by Erin Morrissey and Photos by The Mindful Hapa

healthy buffalo chicken dip
healthy buffalo chicken dip
★★★★★ 5 from 65 reviews

Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip

Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip is a wonderful appetizer or snack that’s made with healthy ingredients but tastes absolutely delicious. Serve it up alongside veggies, tortilla chips, or crackers, and you’re looking at your new favorite snack!

Prep: 10Cook: 20Total: 30 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 2 12.5 oz cans of chicken or 2.5 cups of finely shredded chicken breasts (or rotisserie chicken)
  • 1 8oz package light cream cheese or Neufchatel, softened.
  • 1/2 cup Franks hot sauce
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 3/4 cup cheddar cheese for topping
  • optional toppings: green onion, blue cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F and grease a baking dish. You can use any round or square dish around 8×8. If using bigger, reduce cooking time.
  2. In a large bowl, shred chicken with fork.
  3. Add in softened cream cheese, hot sauce, mozzarella cheese, and greek yogurt and stir until combined.
  4. Mix in green onion, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  5. Pour into greased baking dish. Top with cheddar cheese.
  6. Bake in oven for 16-20 minutes or until bubbly throughout.
  7. Top with blue cheese and more green onion and serve immediately. I like to serve mine with veggies and tortilla chips.
Author: Erin Morrissey Category: snacks, game day, gluten-free
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  1. Sierra says

    Posted on 11/6 at 3:44 pm

    Made this exactly by the recipe (except I forgot green onions) and it is SO good!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 11/6 at 5:26 pm

      Hi Sierra, so glad you loved it and hope you can add them next time!

      Reply
  2. Kiersten Lopez says

    Posted on 10/30 at 10:44 am

    Made this last night for the first time. My friends were raving about it and the dish was licked clean! Will def be making as my go to app! Love that it’s a little healthier with the Greek yogurt. Yum!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 10/30 at 2:03 pm

      Hi Kiersten, so happy everyone loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Vannah says

    Posted on 10/24 at 6:06 pm

    I’ve been making this weekly for us and gatherings with friends/colleagues! It’s delicious.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 10/24 at 6:47 pm

      Hi Vannah, so glad you all loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Meredith says

    Posted on 10/15 at 4:38 pm

    Made this to bring to a party today! So flavorful – everyone loved it. I added a little sour cream and some extra blue cheese to the dip.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 10/16 at 1:09 pm

      Hi Meredith, so happy you loved it and made it your own!

      Reply
      • jenna says

        Posted on 10/20 at 5:52 pm

        absolutely delicious!! I made one simple tweak and used 1/4 cup greek yogurt and 1/4 cup of light ranch and it was amazing. definitely my new favorite recipe, thanks for sharing!

        ★★★★★

      • Erin says

        Posted on 10/21 at 6:24 pm

        Hi Jenna, so glad you liked it and made it your own!!

  5. Kellie says

    Posted on 10/2 at 2:20 pm

    I made this dip today and OMG it was amazing!! So easy and love that it’s healthier than other dips out there. This will be a regular addition to my Sunday Funday menu ❤️

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 10/4 at 1:40 pm

      Hi Kellie, so glad you loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Mac says

    Posted on 9/29 at 7:07 pm

    This was so easy to make and SO FREAKING GOOD. Will be on repeat every Sunday for us

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 10/2 at 12:45 pm

      Hi Mac, so happy you loved it! 🙂 Happy Sunday!!

      Reply
  7. Taylor says

    Posted on 8/29 at 2:27 pm

    My go to whenever I need to bring an appetizer somewhere. I don’t typically like anything too spicy but this is the perfect amount. Always a big hit!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 9/1 at 5:40 pm

      Hi Taylor, so happy you love it so much!!

      Reply
  8. Kristy says

    Posted on 8/21 at 8:27 am

    made this for a game night and it was a 15/10 , everyone was obsessing over it, def going to be making again !

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 8/21 at 3:17 pm

      Hi Kristy, so glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Christina says

    Posted on 7/14 at 1:01 pm

    Could this be made in the crockpot?

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 7/15 at 11:51 am

      Hi Christina, yes! I would just let it cook for 4 hours on slow. Let me know how it comes out for you!!

      Reply
    • Christine says

      Posted on 11/11 at 2:02 pm

      Did you end up trying it in the crackpot? I made it once in the oven and it was delicious!

      Reply
  10. Elizabeth Post says

    Posted on 5/6 at 4:27 pm

    Always a hit and always a go to appetizer to bring to a party!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 5/9 at 12:29 pm

      Hi Elizabeth, so glad you loved it!! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Kate says

    Posted on 3/23 at 11:17 am

    This dip is incredible! I’ve made it multiple times and it may be even better as leftovers.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/23 at 3:04 pm

      Hi Kate, so glad you loved it!!

      Reply
  12. Amy says

    Posted on 3/17 at 4:32 pm

    I used fat free cream cheese, skipped the cheese altogether, and used Hidden Valley Ranch dip powder (1/2 teaspoon). I do WW so I was trying to make it less points. Thanks for sharing a healthier way to make this appetizer!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 3/18 at 8:46 pm

      Hi Amy, so glad you liked it and made it your own! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Lo Rahman says

    Posted on 2/23 at 9:07 pm

    I made this dip for the Super Bowl and it was insanely good and easy to make with canned chicken from Costco. My boyfriend couldn’t tell it was lightened up at all. We ate the leftovers after the game guilt free since this version was lower in fat than normal buffalo chicken dip, making it less heavy but still incredibly satiating due to the protein.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/24 at 12:04 pm

      Hi Lo, so happy you both enjoyed it so much! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Jake says

    Posted on 2/20 at 3:20 pm

    This is SO good! I used a half cup of cottage cheese instead of yogurt and it was unbelievably creamy with great flavor! We also only had 2/3 block of cream cheese left, and I added real garlic with no extra cheese on top. By far my favorite new recipe! Ty!

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/21 at 10:00 am

      Hi Jake, so glad you loved it and made it your own!!

      Reply
  15. Annie says

    Posted on 2/16 at 12:56 pm

    Amazing! Our super bowl party guests raved about this dip and I agree, it was awesome!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/16 at 4:16 pm

      Hi Annie, so glad everyone loved it! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Liz says

    Posted on 2/14 at 7:58 pm

    Made this yesterday at it was delicious!! Still enjoying the leftovers today!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/15 at 12:15 pm

      Hi Liz, so glad you loved it!!

      Reply
  17. Lindsay Hawkins says

    Posted on 2/14 at 6:44 pm

    My favorite Buffalo chicken dip to date! I like to double the recipe! Thanks Erin!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/15 at 12:14 pm

      Hi Lindsay, so glad you loved it!!

      Reply
  18. Annie says

    Posted on 2/14 at 8:05 am

    ELW does it again! Made this for the superbowl and it was a hit. The store was out of green onions so I used red onions and it was still amazing.

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/14 at 3:43 pm

      Hi Annie, so happy you loved it and made it your own!

      Reply
  19. Nicole says

    Posted on 2/13 at 7:23 pm

    Amazing! So tasty and I prefer this over the original recipe.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/14 at 3:42 pm

      Hi Nicole, so glad you loved it!!

      Reply
  20. Nina says

    Posted on 2/10 at 10:16 am

    This is SUCH a good buffalo chicken dip!!! Crowd favorite!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Erin says

      Posted on 2/10 at 12:23 pm

      Hi Nina, so glad you loved the dip! 🙂

      Reply
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