Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip is a delicious, lighter version of your favorite appetizer! Easy, gluten free, keto & loaded with flavor – you’ll love it! There is no cream cheese in this recipe (you don’t need it!)
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I mean is there anything better than cheesy, spicy healthy buffalo chicken dip? Let me answer that for you… uh no, no there is not.
This dip is one of my favorite appetizers, with Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip, Parmesan Chicken Wings and Healthy Bean Dip coming in at a close second!
Buffalo chicken dip often gets a bad rep, but this healthy buffalo chicken dip is about to change that.
It still tastes absolutely amazing and is just a little bit lighter then regular buffalo chicken dip.
What makes this buffalo chicken dip healthy?
This buffalo chicken dip is so much healthier than regular buffalo chicken dip! Here’s why:
- Low Fat: Buffalo chicken dip is usually made with tons of cheese, ranch or blue cheese dressing and cream cheese which makes it super high in fat. I swapped out cream cheese/dressing for greek yogurt and cottage cheese. Yes.. you read that right, there is NO cream cheese in this recipe!
- Higher Protein: The greek yogurt/cottage cheese mix still makes this rich and creamy, with way less fat and a whole lot more protein!
- Simple Ingredients: Most dips use cream cheese or ranch dressing. This recipe uses simple healthy ingredients! If you want another easy dip, try our Healthy Onion Dip!
I also added a little bit less cheese to it compared to normal buffalo chicken dip, but if you want to go ahead and add more in – I’m not going to tell you no. Live your best life, ADD THAT CHEESE.
Now, let’s get into what you’re here for – how do you make healthy buffalo chicken dip?!
Ingredients for healthy buffalo chicken dip:
Making healthy buffalo chicken dip is ridiculously easy. You only need 6 ingredients.
- Cottage cheese (no you can’t even taste it, I swear)
- greek yogurt
- cheddar cheese
- hot sauce
- cooked chicken
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How to make healthy buffalo chicken dip:
- Mix together all of your ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Pour into an 8×8 glass baking dish (or a glass pie plate!) and bake!
- You can totally top with extra cheese before popping it in the oven, but you don’t have to!
How to serve healthy buffalo chicken dip:
There’s no wrong way to eat this healthy buffalo chicken dip.. but here are a few ideas
- Chips – these chips are yummy!
- Pretzels – (I love these flat ones for dipping!)
- Veggies – Celery, peppers, and carrots go well with this.
- A spoon… kidding? Not really. It’s that good.
- On a sandwich –Leftovers are delicious in a grilled cheese!
Substitutions for this skinny buffalo chicken dip:
This buffalo chicken dip is pretty easy to make and customize.
Cottage cheese: I haven’t tested this recipe without cottage cheese, but if you’re asking because you don’t like it… just put it in there. I don’t like cottage cheese either (at all!) but I swear you can not taste it in this.
Blue Cheese: I know some people do not like blue cheese, so you don’t have to use it. I have made this with goat cheese and it’s delicious, but you can also sub in more of whatever cheese you like (pepper jack, cheddar, mozzarella, etc.) Any + all cheese will be delicious!
Low fat cheese – I find that low fat cheese do not melt as well as regular cheese. It will work in this recipe if you like it. It likely will make the dip watery.
Vegetarian: We made a vegetarian version of this recipe! Check out our Vegetarian Buffalo Dip.
Can you make this keto buffalo chicken dip in the crockpot?
You really don’t need to dirty your crockpot to make this healthy buffalo chicken dip, but if you’d like to you can cook it on low for 2-3 hours in your slow cooker!
How to make shredded chicken
You have a few options for how to make shredded chicken.
Instant Pot: You can make my Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
Crockpot: You can cook chicken in the crockpot (you’d have to do it the day before or in the morning)
Rotisserie Chicken: You can buy a rotisserie chicken and shred it up (Save the bones and make crockpot bone broth !)
Boiled chicken: You can boil chicken for about 15 minutes until it is entirely cooked and then shred.
Canned Chicken: You could use canned chicken… but TBH I think it’s gross and bouncy. You do you though! If you do use canned chicken make sure to drain it EXTREMELY well. If you don’t you’ll be left with a water mess.
Storing Buffalo Chicken Dip
Prep ahead of time: You can mix together this dip the night before and put it in the refrigerator (unbaked). When you’re ready to eat let the dish come to room temperature and bake per instructions.
Storing this Dip: This dip will last for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
Freezing Buffalo Chicken Dip: I haven’t tried freezing this dip but I wouldn’t recommend it. I don’t think it will freeze well. I think it would get watery/ and might not be as creamy.
Reheating Buffalo Chicken Dip: If you need to reheat this Buffalo Chicken Dip – you can put it in your microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until cheese starts to melt.
You can also reheat it in a toaster oven, or use a crockpot set to warm to keep it warm throughout!
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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- ½ cup Frank’s Red Hot
- 1 cup nonfat greek yogurt
- ½ cup small curd cottage cheese
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese (can also sub half crumbled blue cheese)
Instructions
Oven Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- In a bowl mix all ingredients besides 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese until thoroughly combined.
- Pour dip into a glass 8×8 pan. Top with remaining 1/2 cup of chese + bake at 350 for 25 mins.
- Serve with chips or veggies or choice.
Instant Pot Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in instant pot base. Cover with hot sauce
- Set to pressure cook for 14 minutes. Make sure your pot is set to sealing, not venting. The pot will take 3-4 minutes to come to pressure. Allow it to cook and naturally release for 10 minutes. (You can also quick release if you're in a hurry!)
- Shred chicken with a hand mixer in the pot, or remove from the pot, shred with forks, and return back to the pot.
- Stir in cheese, yogurt, and cottage cheese, tossing until warm.
- Bake in a 400 degree oven for 10 minutes until cheese has melted.
Crockpot Instructions
- In a bowl mix all ingredients until thoroughly combined.
- Pour dip batter into crockpot (top with extra cheese if desired!). Cover and cook for low 4-6 hours or high 2-3 hours.
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Notes
- Chips – these chips are yummy!
- Pretzels ( i love these flat ones for dipping!)
- Veggies – Celery, peppers and carrots go well with this.
- Instant Pot: You can make my Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken
- Crockpot: You can cook the chicken in the crockpot (you’d have to do it the day before or in the morning)
- Rotisserie Chicken: You can buy a rotisserie chicken and shred it up (Save the bones and make easy crockpot bone broth !)
- Boiled chicken: You can boil chicken for about 15 minutes until it is entirely cooked and then shred.
Dianne says
I was literally waiting for you to email this out. Just made it and OMG IT IS SO GOOD!!!! Will be making this every week for watching football! so yummy!
The Clean Eating Couple says
This makes me SO happy to hear, Dianne!! You are quick, lol!! It’s the perfect game day food 🙂
Janelle says
SO good! I have made it a couple times and I’m not a fan of blue cheese but it really doesn’t matter what cheese you used. I’ve tried a couple different kinds and they were all good!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you like it, Janelle! You totally can sub out the blue cheese 🙂
Karla Kress-Boyle says
Delicious, perfect app!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much!
Andrea says
What would you suggest to replace the blue cheese with if your not a “blue cheese fan”? Colby Jack?
Thank you
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hi Andrea – You could use pepper jack, colby jack.. really any cheese will work!
Andrea says
Perfect! Thank you ☺️
Julia says
Made this last Sunday for the game and my dad/uncle LOVED it!! It was completely gone in 20 minutes. I served it with tortilla chips and carrots and both were delicious! Definitely making again for Super Bowl Sunday!
The Clean Eating Couple says
I’m so glad you liked it, Julia!! It’s totally perfect for Super Bowl 🙂
Kellyn says
I’m honestly shocked at how similar this tastes to the unhealthy kind. This stuff is SO good, I will make it for every get together from now on! Or just to snack on at home 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yay!! It definitely is just as good as the not-so-healthy version 🙂 I’m glad you enjoyed it!!
Amanda says
I made this last weekend and it was the perfect potluck contribution! Love that it’s healthy too, no one even knew!
The Clean Eating Couple says
I’m so glad everyone liked it, Amanda!! That is awesome!
Sarah moses says
Soo good! Can’t tell it is a healthier version at all! Better in my opinion.
The Clean Eating Couple says
I’m so glad you liked it, Sarah!!
Megan says
We made this dish for Super Bowl tonight & it was such a hit! I put the chicken in the crock pot this morning so it took me no time at all to make this DELICIOUS healthy buffalo chicken dip! I posted it to my IG story once it came out of the oven & so many people have asked for the recipe. Sharing it with everyone I know! Thank you for this yummy treat- I will be making this again for sure! Also, my 17 month old said “mmmm” every time she took a bite! 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
LOVE hearing that, Megan – especially that your kiddo liked it 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing it with friends – we really appreciate that!!
Taylor says
absolutely loved this. Not a cottage cheese fan but you can’t taste it at all. So thankful I found you guys on Instagram because I was running out of ideas for my meal plan. So blessed to find you guys. Thank you for all that you do for us!
The Clean Eating Couple says
I’m so glad you liked it, Taylor! I honestly don’t love cottage cheese either but you can’t even taste it in this recipe! Glad you’re following along with us!!
Shana says
I doubled the recipe and am bringing it to a potluck dinner tonight. How long do you recommend I reheat it for the toaster oven (my office, where I’ll be coming from, does not have a conventional oven)?
Thanks
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hi- I’m sorry but I’ve never doubled the recipe and reheated it from cold so I’m not sure exactly how long to reheat it for. Every oven is different. I’d try 350 for 15 minutes? Wish I could be more help but I really don’t know!
Barnabas says
We made it tonight and added pepper jack cheese instead of blue cheese. It was amazing!
The Clean Eating Couple says
YUM! I’m totally trying this with pepper jack – glad you enjoyed it!
Ashley says
This is a delicious alternative to the cream cheese version. It’s one of my favorite dips, so a healthy alternative is fantastic. I was nervous about the cottage cheese, but you don’t even know it’s there! Thanks for such a great way to get a fix of my fave dip without the unhealthy ingredients that often come with it.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Ashley! I’m not a fan of cottage cheese either – but you really can’t even taste it in this dip!!
Sophia says
Hi Ashley!
I’m looking forward in making this dip! I do have a couple of questions though, did you use low-fat for any of the cheeses and for the Greek yogurt?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hi Sophia! The recipe calls for non-fat greek yogurt. I personally wouldn’t use all nonfat cheese for a few reasons – one, they lack flavor. Two, they usually have additives that make them less melty! In my experience nonfat cheeses also sometimes have more water which can make the dip a little soupy. The recipe will work with them, but it will not be as delicious 🙂
Sophia says
Thank you!!! It’s on the menu for today 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
Amazing!! Come back and tell me how ya like it 🙂
Sondra Pedigo says
I made this for today’s opening Lions game (away), it came out fantastic and is so tasty even though it’s healthy! I will be pairing it with one of the cleaneatingcouple’s cocktail recipes as I have made those before and they are also great.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yay!! Love hearing that Sondra! Totally agree- it is super tasty 🙂 This cocktail is my favorite!
Abbi says
Make this. Seriously. Get the ingredients now. This is SO GOOD. No one will believe it is remotely healthy because it’s THAT YUMMY!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Abbi!! I’m with you – you can’t even tell it’s healthy!!
Stacey says
Really good and highly recommend!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks Stacey!! Glad you like it!
Jessie says
Delicious and easy! Followed the recipe as is and was so pleased with the final product. I boiled chicken breast and shredded it for the meat, and mixed everything in the dish I baked it in.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks so much, Jessie! I’m so glad you liked the dip!
Romarist says
What are the ingredient portions?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hi! I’m not sure what you’re referring to. The ingredients are in the recipe card! Hope that helps you!
Kelly says
What a great healthier version of Buffalo Chicken Dip! I love Buffalo anything just about and this was no exception. Tasted just how I wanted it to!! And super simple to make 🙂 Thanks again The Clean Eating Couple!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yay! So glad you liked it, Kelly! You can’t even tell that this is a healthier version!
Trisha says
This recipe is too good not to share! I just shared this with our boot camp community (with your link 😉) as our members are always looking for ways to eat more clean! It was so easy to make and my family (who are used to the non-healthy version of this dip) absolutely loved it!! Thank you!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
I’m so glad you liked it, Trisha! I really appreciate you sharing it with everyone!
Patricia B says
This buffalo chicken dip was delicious! I am not a fan of cottage cheese but you can’t even taste it! This is my new go to recipe for this dip.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Patricia! I don’t like cottage cheese either but you really can’t taste it in this. Glad you liked it!
Lisa says
This is by far the best buffalo chicken dip I have ever made — super easy, super simple, and SUPER delicious!! 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
Glad you like it, Lisa! Makes me so happy to hear 🙂
Heather says
My brother made this for New Year’s Eve and it was absolutely delicious!! I will definitely keep this in my arsenal for dishes to make!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Heather!
Kristan Metz says
Okay so I hate cottage cheese. But I trusted that this would be good. You would have no clue at all this was in this recipe. So yummy!!!! Going to have to make this soon again!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yay!! I swear you can’t even tell it’s in the recipe.. I honestly don’t love cottage cheese either but it’s a great substitute for cream cheese in this dip. So glad you liked it 🙂
Shan Zagorski says
This dip was AMAZING! Very easy to make and it tastes just like original version. I’m not a fan of blue cheese so I replaced with mozzarella. I can’t wait to make it again! Thank you for another great recipe!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Shan! This makes me so happy to hear!
Ashley says
Perfect for our movie night at home! I used canned chicken because I was impatient…lol. so yummy with celery sticks.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Ashley!
Jennifer Worden says
Y son and I just made this for super bowl, early because you know we needed to taste test. This is delicious. We made the instant pot version, no blue cheese only because neither of us are fans , and YUM! We will definitely make this again, super easy and I love the added spice.
The Clean Eating Couple says
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Jennifer! The instant pot makes it super quick 🙂 It’s the perfect Superbowl snack!
Kelsey says
Excited to try this recipe! Thoughts on using low fat blue cheese dressing instead of blue cheese?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hi Kelsey – I think that this would work! I haven’t tried it with dressing so I’m not sure if it will make the dip a little soupy/soft – but if you try it let me know!
Laura says
My fiancé and I always make the cream cheese & ranch version, however we are trying to have a healthier 2020. We made this for the Super Bowl and OMG it tastes so good.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yay!! This makes me so happy to hear!
Rosy says
This dip is delicious! I was a little worried I would miss the ranch dressing (which I’ve used in a different buffalo chicken dip), so I added a little bit of dill, onion powder, parsley, and garlic. Yum!
The Clean Eating Couple says
This is such a great idea, Rosy! I’m going to try it the next time I make it 🙂
September Liller says
I have made this recipe twice and both times it was gone within minutes. It tastes just like a regular buffalo chicken dip but yet I love this one. It super simple and easy. Such a great idea if you have leftover shredded chicken as well.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, September!! Makes me so happy to hear you liked it 🙂
Carolyn says
This buffalo chicken dip is amazing and so easy to make! Healthy and everyone will enjoy it!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Carolyn! Glad you liked it!
Catherine Smith says
This was SO GOOD! I am not a good cook, but this is dummy-proof. I wasn’t sure about the cottage cheese but you couldn’t taste it at all. Five stars!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Catherine!
Ariel says
Can you freeze this?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hi Ariel – I’m not sure. I haven’t tried that! I usually don’t freeze things with dairy in them because I find that sometimes cheese can get a little funny when you reheat it – but if you try it, let me know!
Jenn says
This recipe is my favorite! And so delicious!!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Jenn! So glad you like it!
Nicole W says
This recipe is incredible! I love anything with extra protein and as someone who has jumped on the Buffalo-crazy train, this was amazing! Eat it with chips or it’s even better with veggies, highly recommend! Makes for a really good dinner option!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Nicole! We love all things buffalo too 🙂 Glad you’re loving the dip!
Courtney says
This stuff is GOOD!! Just made a batch to enjoy while we sit at home “social distancing” from the rest of the world. The amount of protein that is in a serving is crazy and tastes just as good (maybe even better) than the recipe you’re used to. SO GOOD! 10/10
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Courtney!! I really appreciate it. It’s the perfect treat to enjoy at home 🙂 .. and share with friends when the craziness is over!!
Erin. says
So yummy. Made for get together and was a huge hit. Can’t wait to make for football season.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Glad you liked it, Erin! You’re going to have to try our Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip next 🙂
Angela says
Seriously this dip is THE BEST!!! Have made this for so many occasions with and without blue cheese. Amazing each and every time. No one even knows it’s healthy! Make this for all get togethers. It’s a must!!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Angela! It’s so delish, even without the blue cheese!! So glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Alyssa says
10/10 recommend this! So good! Perfect for all occasions!!! Absolutely delicious.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you!! We need to put this in egg rolls this football season…
Jade says
A party favorite!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you like it!
Nikki says
OMG this looks so good.. I cannot wait to make it I haven’t tried a recipe of yours that I didn’t love.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you!! Hope you love it!
Tamara says
This is my GO-TO recipe for an amazing, healthy appetizer! I bring it to parties, ask people to bring it to mine, make it for dinner : )
SO GOOD! Thanks for this!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you Tamara! Thanks for sharing it with all your friends/family!
Stepahnie says
Great and easy recipe! Tastes really good as a casserole dish as well!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you enjoyed it Stephanie!
Jessica Holloway says
This is SO good! Not one person in my family (of 7…with 5 teens) knew this was different in any way! I will definitely be making buffalo chicken dip this way from now on!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Love hearing that, Jessica!! So glad everyone enjoyed it 🙂
Carole says
Made this recipe for the second time, at my family’s request. They can’t get enough of this dip! We ate it with tortilla chips and baked potato slices. It’s so creamy and you can’t even tell it’s a healthier version!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Carole! So glad you + your family enjoyed it 🙂
Heather says
Super easy and super impressive! It was delicious I had to force my fiancé to stop eating it all hahha
The Clean Eating Couple says
Glad you enjoyed it, Heather! Thank you so much!
Lindsey says
This was perfect for me. I’ve been really restrictive on my diet but I really wanted an old treat and this was it! You can’t tell there is yogurt or cottage cheese. I’m so happy I made this it really hit the spot. I gave the rest to my mom so I couldn’t eat the whole thing, because I definitely would have. Side note- I really like how when I went to print recipe I had the choice of serving people size which adjusted the measurements- COOL!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked the recipe, Lindsey!! And that feature on the print page 🙂 Thanks for trying!!
Melissa Boyce says
Do you need to cook the chicken before putting it in the crockpot? I didn’t and just realized that you need to. Will it still work?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hi Melissa – The recipe calls for cooked chicken. If you put raw chicken in the crockpot with the ingredients, I don’t know that this will work. Sorry!
Phylicia says
Party favourite recipe and absolutely delicious but healthy!!
I love that this recipe was super easy, required ingredients that we all have in our fridge (or can be easily substituted) and incredibly delicious whilst being healthy? Like I’ll eat the whole batch to myself!
I did sub the frank hot sauce to use a scotch bonnet hot sauce and it just elevated the flavours making it so good!
This dip was gone within minutes and was also eaten by people who are lactose but couldn’t resist because that’s how good it is!
Can’t wait to make my next batch !
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Phylicia! It’s one of my favorite appetizers too. That hot sauce sounds amazing!! Thanks for trying!
Cassie says
Oh em gee! I’ve never thought to add Greek yogurt. That’s genius!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hope you love it!
Miranda says
This was perfect! I had some shredded chicken already made with Franks. I halved the recipe and used fat free cheeses (cheddar and mozzarella) because it’s what I had on hand. Came out to just 2 pts for the entire dish.
Thanks! Will definitely be making again.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Miranda! So glad you liked it!
Jody L Kramer says
What are the points on the new WW purple plan?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Not sure! You can put it in the recipe builder to find out 🙂
Lisa says
I wish I could rate this higher! Tastes just as good as the original recipe with none of the guilt! A regular staple in my household. Thank you!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Lisa! So glad you like the dip 🙂
Katie says
Made this dip for my family and they absolutely loved it! So easy to put together and I feel so much better about these ingredients compared to the traditional version!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Katie! I’m glad you and your family enjoyed !
Anxious Angie says
Now this is a recipe I can get on board with! I’ve never made a buffalo chicken dip, or any buffalo dip, before. This looks perfect! I totally love blue cheese but was thinking manchego or sharp white cheddar would make a great substitute. Thanks!
The Clean Eating Couple says
You could substitute any cheese you like for blue cheese 🙂
Kristin Martinez says
Made this for Super Bowl Sunday. My husband and two-year-old pretty much devoured it. Yes she like spicy, but I didn’t find it extremely hot. At first I thought it was such a weird combo but decided to try it anyways and I’m glad I did.
They literally wasn’t any left for me except a little sliver LOL
The Clean Eating Couple says
That is awesome!! Love that your two year old enjoyed it too 🙂
Robin Portman says
So delicious! Made it for the super bowl and it was a hit!!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Robin!!
Victoria says
So good! I am follow WW ( Weight Watchers) and am Gluten- Free. I love that your recipes have a genera Wl point value included.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Victoria!
Kelsey says
Easy, filling, and healthy. Love the high protein and that it pairs well with both veggies and chips!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Kelsey! It’s so yummy with both veggies and chips!
Elissa says
This recipe is amazing! I love buffalo chicken dip and being able to make a healthier version is so nice. It actually tastes way better than the buffalo chicken dip I used to make. Don’t be turned off by the cottage cheese in the recipe, you absolutely do not taste it in the recipe, it is just thick and creamy! I served this up with chips and veggies and made it my dinner. This recipe is so easy to make, so give it a shot, you have nothing to lose and so much flavor to gain.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Elissa! Totally agreed on the cottage cheese.. it’s definitely not my favorite thing to eat but it really helps make this dip so creamy and delicious!
Sasha says
Definitely want to try this! How much is a serving? (How many grams)
The Clean Eating Couple says
We don’t have the serving size in grams. The serving size is 1/3 cup. Hope this helps!
Bridget says
I have made a buffalo chicken dip that’s loaded with cream cheese and bottled salad dressing and bagged cheese for so long that everyone loves it, but I never felt that good afterward…. so I gave this version a try and OMG. It was SO good… actually probably better. I actually HATE cottage cheese but you seriously wouldn’t even know it. AND my mom hates blue cheese and she had no idea it was even in here. Plus it was so easy and fast to make, I doubled it and my whole family devoured it. I actually put a glob of it on my cedar salad instead of dressing and I feel like I can never eat a salad another way. You have to try this!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Bridget! I’m not a cottage cheese fan at all and you really can’t taste it!!
Stephanie says
This dip is delicious! I sub shredded cheddar for the blue cheese though since I’m not a fan of blue cheese.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Stephanie!!
Amy A says
This was delicious! My husband is a picky eater and LOVED IT! Thank you so much for the recipe! .
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Amy! Thank you!!
Monisha Rosenfeld says
This is a great recipe that I cant wait to make again!
My husband is super picky and I usually have to make hima seperate meal because I have celiac and he doesn’t.
He absolutely loved this recipe and so did I!
It was so rich and delicious and easy to make!
I just used new primal buffalo sauce instead of Frank’s and so delicious cheddar cheese.
Honestly I havent found any other blog that has healthy recipes that do not lack any flavor but this one!
This recipe and every one of ive tried from the clean eating couple is always so good!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Glad you both liked it! So glad to hear dairy free cheese worked!
Jenn says
The best dip! So yummy! So easy to make! Crowd favorite!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you like it!!
Kyle says
Yum yum yum! Not a blue cheese fan so subbed in crumbled goat cheese and it was to die for!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it!! Need to try it with goat cheese!
Sarah says
This look ssssoooo good!! I’ve been craving this dip for a while now but I don’t need all the extra calories! Now I don’t have any reason not to make it!! Can’t wait to try it!!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hope you love it, Sarah!
Charlene Moseley says
I am making this now and I don’t like Greek yogurt or any yogurt at all – the smell is turning me off – can you taste it or tell it’s in there after it’s cooked?
The Clean Eating Couple says
No you can’t. It just tastes creamy. Hope you enjoy it!
Vaneteaus kitchen says
Loved this recipe, hubs and I could barely taste the difference between this and the regular recipe, would make again 1000 times over. I want to say we didnt eat the whole thing….😬 10/10!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So so happy you liked it!!
Noel says
This recipe was amazing! So yummy and made the perfect amount. Also, it tasted so good I will never make Buffalo chicken dip another way! Love this recipe.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Noel!!
Cebi says
This is a go-to recipe! So delicious !! Made this for a snack for Christmas Eve!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Love hearing that!!
Frank says
You’re right! This and your spinach artichoke dip are top shelf. I accidentally discovered a cottage cheese hack that makes it creamier and easier to blend with yogurt. Long story short, I froze and thawed small curd 4% cottage cheese twice. When I opened the container, the curds were nearly gone, having broken down from the freeze thaw cycle. I stirred it up and it was the same texture as softened cream cheese. Now, I do it on purpose for the very reason you use it in these dips…. much less fat, much more protein. Breakstone and Daisy brands work best for me and now I do two freeze-thaw-stir cycles.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So so happy you enjoyed it, Frank! Never heard of that method for the cottage cheese but glad it works for you!
Kristin G says
I’ve been eying this recipe for so long, and finally made it. I loved it! And I was so surprised at how much it tasted like the standard version. Except this one didn’t make my stomach hurt :). I will be using this recipe going forward! Yum.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Kristin! Glad you enjoyed it!!
Jackie says
OMG.. this tastes every bit like the full fat version. So delicious. I will definitely make this over and over again.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you like it, Jackie! Thank you!
Kellie Rodriguez says
This dip was incredible! It’s the 2nd dip I’ve made from you and I loved it!! I subbed for low fat mozzarella and it was great! Thank you for taking delicious recipes and making them healthier!! So, so good!!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Kellie! Thank you!
Erica says
A GREAT alternative to the “real deal”!! Less fat, more protein and all the same flavor!! Only difference is the texture. Not as creamy but next time I’m going to try crushing up the cottage cheese a bit more.
Thanks for a healthier option to my FAVORITE craving 😋
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Erica! Did you use small curd cottage cheese? That helps!
Erica says
I used small curd the second time around with a much better outcome! I also just made it again without cottage cheese (only because I REALLY wanted the dip but was out of cottage cheese) and it wasn’t as good, not as thick and the flavor was a tad different. Definitely just sticking with the recipe next time haha
The Clean Eating Couple says
Glad you liked it! The cottage cheese is definitely necessary!
Abby says
I made this with shredded crockpot chicken and it was so good! I took some to my parents’ to try and the also enjoyed it. It was super easy and I’m pretty sure if I took it to a party, nobody would know it is healthy. Will be saving and making again!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy to hear you liked it, Abby! Thank you!!
Corey says
Another great recipe!!!! It’s seriously so good you may want to just dip the chips and grab a spoon!!’
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yay!! Love hearing this.
Molly says
Sooo good!! I was honestly a little skeptical, but wow, was I wrong! It was so tasty and satisfying! I did not miss the cream cheese at all. Everyone at the party loved it as well!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy to hear this, Molly! Thank you!
Jessica says
Love, love, love. Easy, simple, and just taste so good. I love that is no super heavy with cream cheese. You can’t even tell it has cottage cheese.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Love to hear that Jessica, thank you!!
Keeley says
This is my very favorite Buffalo dip recipe! So easy and tastes even better than the other ones I’ve made. It’s my go to for get togethers!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Keeley! Thank you!
Hsm says
So good. Thank you. Had for super bowl party while on
Weight watchers,
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy to hear you enjoyed it!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yum! Happy you enjoyed it!
Jennifer Schell says
Loved it with goat cheese! Super easy and yummy! Great alternative to an u healthy dip.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it!
Gina says
Love this recipe. A great healthier option for game day. I made the recipe with all low fat / reduced fat cheeses and it came out delicious.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Gina! Glad you liked it!
Sally says
I made this recipe on a whim for Super Bowl Sunday. We could not stop eating it. Do yourself a favor and add it to your favorites right now. You can thank me later.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Sally! Thank you!
Lyndsay says
Made this for a Super Bowl appetizer and it was delicious! Highly recommend! It paired nicely with some veggie sticks. Super easy and quick to make. I skipped the blue cheese & used lots of pepper jack and it was awesome!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy to hear this! Thanks, Lyndsay!
Amelia says
My favorite party appetizer! You can’t tell a difference from the full fat version, and everyone loves it!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Love hearing this, Amelia! Thank you so much!
Katie says
Just made this for superbowl- SO SO SO good! I cannot believe I didn’t taste the cottage cheese! Hubby approved too! Thank you!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Katie! Thanks!
annie says
Ok so tonight (super bowl Sunday) my 28 yo son said I had to make buffalo chicken dip. I made the BAD version and said there was no way I would put that in my body. They all said it was so good. After a couple glasses of wine I tasted it and it was really good. But I knew there was a better, healthier, less fat way to go. I found your recipe and I knew this was it. I know it is annoying when people rate a recipe before they make it, but I am dong it. I’m gonna make this and I know it will be just as good as the BAD version. Because honestly, the Franks hot sauce is the key element., so it doesn’t matter what the fat level is in the other ingredients. I’ll keep you posted. Keep up the good recipe work!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Annie! We believe in everything in moderation and that no foods are ‘bad’ but if you’re looking for a lighter version – this is really yummy!
Katie says
So quick and easy to make and delicious! This will definitely be something I make a lot!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it!!
Abby says
Highly recommend! You might want to double the batch 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Abby!
Carleigh says
So easy and so good! Better than regular Buffalo chicken dip with the heavier ingredients. This will be my go to from now on!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yay! So happy you liked it! Thank you!
Carla says
I made this last night for the Super Bowl and let me tell you it was awesome! Thank you for sharing.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Carla!
Elizabeth says
I have made this twice now, and last night for the super bowl everyone asked who made the dip because it was so good, and they wanted to know exactly what was in it! There was shock and awe when they learned the recipe included cottage cheese, but they all loved it already and appreciated that it was packed with protein.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Yay!! I love to hear that! Thank you so much, Elizabeth!
Alexis says
BEST Buffalo Chicken dip I’ve made! This will definitely stay in rotation. It was quick and easy to make. My daughter who is away at college made it and loved it as well! Blue Corn chips went perfect with it!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you both liked it, Alexis! Thank you!
Tara says
What a simple and delicious recipe! Highly recommend as an app or meal for any occasion 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Tara! Thank you!!
Tim L says
Made this for the Super Bowl and shredded some rotisserie chicken, and used aged white cheddar. Decided to bake it for 20 minutes and then under the broiler for five to get the top of it nice and toasty. This was a huge hit with my group!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Tim! thanks!
Emily says
This was so good. It satisfies my chicken wing dip craving and I didn’t feel guilty eating it.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it Emily!
Sarah says
This stuff is so good! My favorite go-to!! i find myself making this a couple of times a month. 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you like it, Sarah! Thank you!
Amy Apuzzo says
Love this recipe! I made it for my family for Superbowl Sunday and have made it every week since. My husband loves it and doesn’t know it’s healthy = )
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Amy! Glad you all liked it!
Sarah says
This is one of my favorite snacks that I make every week! I use rotisserie chicken and it makes it even easier!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So smart to do that!
Alice says
Easy to find ingredients makes this the perfect food for any buffalo chicken craving. I love how clean the recipe is and I am so happy to have found suhc a simple and quick recipe! Thank you Clean Eating Couple! Looking forward to trying other healthy reicpes 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy to hear you liked it, Alice!
Paula says
I used low-fat yogurt and not Greek yogurt, and I probably should have used Greek yogurt because my dip was a little watery. The flavors were AMAZING and indistinguishable from a regular recipe. I think next time when I actually use Greek yogurt, it’ll be perfect!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Regular yogurt definitely could’ve made it watery but I’m glad you still enjoyed it, Paula!
Kaia says
This looks amazing. I can’t wait to try it. Can you serve this cold? I want to bring it as a share item for 4th of July.
The Clean Eating Couple says
This is meant to be enjoyed hot. I wouldn’t serve it cold
Melody says
I really wanted to love this dip but it came out so watery. I followed the instructions/suggestions on using regular fat cheese and nonfat Greek yogurt so I’m not sure what went wrong. Perhaps it was the low fat cottage cheese I used? It wasn’t specified which cottage cheese to use so I assumed any would be ok. Do you have any other ideas or tips for what to do next time to prevent this situation?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Hi Melody – The recipe calls for small curd cottage cheese. We have a note in the substitutions that says ‘Low fat cheese – I find that low fat cheese do not melt as well as regular cheese. It will work in this recipe if you like it. It likely will make the dip watery.’ so the reason this was watery was likely because of the substitution. Hope that helps.
Patti says
This is fantastic! I make this as a low carb meal and serve it over some cooked spaghetti squash, with lots of left overs! Love how versatile this recipe is and can be used in many ways!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Patti! Next time try our – I think you’d love it!
Catie says
Was so good and easy! I made the crockpot version for a football party and it was a hit! Will definitely be making this again!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Catie! Thank you!
Rebecca says
AMAZING!! Absolutely loved this dish! Can’t wait to make it for game day
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Rebecca! It’s perfect for snacking on while watching the game!
Brandi W says
I planned to make a healthier version but felt like I was missing an ingredient – cottage cheese! Way to think outside of the box 🙂
I did double the recipe (honestly I based it off taste and consistency) and I also added a packet of Hidden Valley ranch seasoning. Oh my – so good!!
10/10 will keep this combination in my back pocket!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Soo glad you liked it, Brandi! Thank you so much!
Devin says
I’ve been wanting to make a Buffalo dip and this recipe surely hit the spot! Easy prep and I will definitely make it again.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you liked it, Devin! Thanks for trying!
Gina says
So good, you will not even miss the cream cheese like the traditional dip recipe. I served this at my family thanksgiving & no one there even knew the difference! Will be making this again & again.
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Gina!
Callie says
Love this recipe! So easy to make and so yummy! I started making this version as a healthier option because my husband LOVES Buffalo chicken dip, and he can’t taste the difference from the more fattening version!
The Clean Eating Couple says
I’m so happy you like it, Callie!
Cori says
Easy and delicious!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thank you so much, Cori!
Christina says
Made this for a party this weekend and it was a huge hit. Easy to make and so yummy! I served it with celery, carrots and tortilla chips. I can’t wait to make it again for New Year’s Eve! Thank you for making eating healthy fun and enjoyable!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you enjoyed it! Thank you!!
Katie says
Super easy to make and delicious! We used leftover ricotta we had in the fridge rather than cottage cheese and it was still *chef’s kiss*
The Clean Eating Couple says
So glad you like it!
Cara G says
I will only be using this recipe moving forward for Buffalo Chicken Dip! So creamy and delicious, plus so easy to make! The perfect healthy twist on a game day classic
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you like it Cara! Thank you so much!
Greg says
Could this be prepped and then frozen to be thawed and cooked at a later time.?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Absolutely not, it would be terrible. You can mix the ingredients together and bake later but do not freeze this recipe. It will be watery and gross
Jenn k says
The best recipe out there!
Lauren says
I’ve made this before and it’s really good, I was going to try it in the instant pot this time. When you say cover your chicken breasts in hot sauce, are these uncooked chicken breasts? Bc the main recipe only talks about them already being cooked, 2 cups worth. Trying to dirty up only the instant pot if I’m going to lug that huge thing out lol Thanks!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Glad you like it! The instructions for the Instant Pot include cooking the raw chicken in it. There’s really no need to dirty the instant pot for this, IMO. Either way – you need to bake the dip in the oven. I just have those instructions because some people wanted to make the chicken in the IP.
Dianna says
I brought this dip on a girls’ weekend and it was the star of the weekend! I pr-made the dip and baked it off when we needed it. The flavor was awesome, it took no time to throw together and tastes amazing with pretty much anything you can dip and scoop with. I am not a fan of cottage cheese, but I could not tell at all that it was in this dip. I will be making this again for sure!
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Dianna!
Megan says
Delicious! And so easy to put together!
The Clean Eating Couple says
Thanks, Megan!
Cindy says
I’ve never made Buffalo dip but wanted to make a healthy version. I didn’t tell anyone till after the ate it and said it was amazing. Only thing different I did was add some ranch seasoning. Thank you for this delicious, healthy, high protein dip. I can now include this in my weight loss meals. I would eat it with celery although today we had it with whole grain scoops.
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy you liked it, Cindy!
Tiffany says
LOVED this recipe! Made it for super bowl Sunday! No one could tell I used cottage cheese. Yum. 🙂
The Clean Eating Couple says
So happy to hear this, Tiffany!
Noel says
I make this Buffalo chicken dip recipe every year for the Super Bowl! So good and so easy to make! Everyone always loves it.
Patty says
Loved this dip! Made it for a friend’s Super Bowl party and it was a hit. I served it with carrot chips, celery, and tortilla chips. SO good and she’s right, you don’t taste the cottage cheese. Will definitely make this again!
Sarah says
I have made this recipe multiple times and it is always so good, so easy to make and literally you can put the dip on anything it’s that good.
Liz kane says
This dip was so easy and so delicious! I actually liked it better than the original version with all the cream cheese!!!
Mary says
The healthy Buffalo chicken dip was amazing. Definitely going to remake this. I have leftovers so it’s going on my salad today.
Heather G. says
This recipe was so easy to make and and it was delicious! It was a hit even for the people who don’t like cottage cheese. I would definitely make it again! Thank you for the recipe!
Monica Maxwell says
Yummy! I couldn’t stop eating it. So easy to make. Buy the rotisserie chicken to make your life easier. Perfect dip!
Gracie says
Hi! How much is a serving? Only .3 cups? Seems like this should serve more than 6 people right? I’m trying to put this in my weight loss app, but I think this serves more than 6 people if it’s only .3 cups per serving..
The Clean Eating Couple says
Servings/nutrition facts are an estimate. This will roughly serve 6 people if you portion it out in 1/3 cup increments. If you want more.. serve more and account for it. Nutrition facts and servings are only an estimate (they’ll always vary unless you’re using the exact ingredients accounted for) and if you need to strictly track things for weight loss you probably need to track it a little more accurately than just going off of whatever is included in the nutrition facts.
Christa says
Have tried putting the cottage cheese in a food processor? It’s so creamy…like sour cream! I’ll be trying this soon and I can’t wait! Yummy!
The Clean Eating Couple says
I haven’t tried that but I bet it’s good!
Evan says
Taste is great, but it takes wayyyyyy longer to cook than said. Ive had mine in the oven for over an hour now and it is still LIQUID. I even turned the heat up to 425 and its kiiiinda helping
The Clean Eating Couple says
Did you substitute an ingredient? There’s clearly something wrong here. This should not be liquidy at all.
ruth says
Love all your recipes, thank you
Whitnie says
This Buffalo chicken dip
Is one I have been waiting for for years! It’s delicious, and healthy at that!! This is a comfort food without the guilt. I made it and had it with chips and cucumbers. The following day I used it in half a yellow pepper and air fried. Such a delicious lunch.
My husband and I both prefer this recipe over any other Buffalo chicken dip we have made in the past.
Tina says
Didn’t miss the cream cheese or mayo! Great recipe!
I did add some powdered ranch as a marinade for the chicken (air fried 1 lb of tenderloins) and into the cheese mix.
My husband ate half the recipe!
Shelly says
So good!! Thanks for this healthier Buffalo dip. Made it tonight and we loved it. Will def make again on game days!!
Angela says
I’ve made this several times. It’s so easy & so yummy! I honestly think it’s better than other recipes for Buffalo chicken dip. Will continue to make!
Mandy says
Great game day recipe, with no guilt bc the ingredients are so *chef kiss*!
Mary Lee says
This is the best chicken dip I have had. You can’t taste the cottage cheese at all and shredding the other cheeses is the way to go. So easy to make and great comfort food that is way healthier for you!
Sarah says
This is tasty and you’re right, you can’t taste the cottage cheese 🤢
I really like this recipe but it turned out watery. Any suggestions?
The Clean Eating Couple says
Sorry to hear that! It could be the cottage cheese you used!
Amber says
This is so good!! We love buffalo chicken dip and this taste great with lots of protein and no guilty feeling!
Haley says
So so yummy!! Great for a football snack!
Stephanie says
This recipe came out great- I had all of the ingredients on hand. Full of flavor and easy to make.
Lizzy says
One of my favorite dishes to make! Love the healthier alternatives.
Elizabeth says
I’ve made it twice and it’s a hit! It’s all the warm, filling deliciousness of Buffalo Dip without all the junk. Definitely a crowd pleaser. No one would know it’s so full of protein!
Stacey says
One of the easiest and best!!
Alexa says
Delicious, healthy and easy! the perfect appetizer – making this for the Super Bowl this weekend!
Lindy says
We LOVE this recipe for buffalo chicken dip! Super protein packed without feeling heavy. Definitely a favorite in our house year round!
Hannah says
Such an easy dish to make! I needed a quick snack to put together for a game night, and it worked out that I had everything I needed on hand. It was delicious and we devoured the whole dish. You can not go wrong with buffalo chicken dip!
Jessica says
So, so good! Every time I make this for an event, people beg me to share the recipe!
Lauren says
I make it annually for the Super Bowl! It’s always a hit
Peggy Daugherty says
Super easy and super yummy!! It is my whole families favorite app.
Christina says
This was so good and so easy to make. I ate it with veggies and you can’t even tell it has cottage cheese. Next time I will add some blue cheese.
Jenn says
Go to for game day! My favorite recipe to serve!
Ri says
The flavor was there, but my texture was off. I found my dip watery and had to go to the sink to try to spoon out the excess liquid. I am not sure if perhaps the cottage cheese needs to go through a round of straining. That said, I will use this as a base. Maybe subbing the cottage cheese for low fat yogurt.
Kellie says
Super easy and could substitute amounts and even ingredients and it stayed amazing. So super easy! I used ricotta instead of cottage cheese. I used plant-based yogurt instead of Greek yogurt. Amazing!!
Lynne says
So easy, so delicious.. it’s a 10/10!!
Natalie Mills says
This is a great healthier alternative to a great dish! I didn’t feel terrible after eating it! Will definitely use this recipe from now on!
Heidi Brigman says
Made this recipe for a family super bowl party! Not only was it delicious but I got a ton of great feedback from my family as it wasn’t as “greasy” as their typical buffalo chicken dip!
Very easy to make and tasted great!
Kelly says
Made this again yesterday for a little Super Bowl get together. As always, it was delicious. And I definitely don’t feel as bad eating a little more of it because of the high protein. Plan to always keep this in my arsenal!
Madison says
Such an easy recipe and delicious as always!
AMANDA says
This recipe is so yummy, healthy and guilt free! My family enjoyed this one so much. Definitely something we will continue to make in our house!
Jennifer S says
I have made this recipe many times in the crockpot and oven. Everytime it comes out creamy and delicious! I was nervous with cottage cheese in the recipe but you can’t taste it at all. Many friends have also tried this dip and they can’t believe it’s a healthier version because it’s so good 😋