Cottage Cheese Buffalo Dip (Print View)

Tangy, protein-rich dip blending cottage cheese, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melted cheeses.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, low-fat or full-fat
02 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Protein

05 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Sauces & Condiments

06 - 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing

→ Seasonings

08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish

12 - Sliced green onions
13 - Crumbled blue cheese

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese and cream cheese until completely smooth and creamy.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine blended cheeses, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well incorporated.
04 - Stir in half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses into the mixture.
05 - Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 8-inch baking dish.
06 - Top with the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
07 - Bake for 18-20 minutes until hot and bubbly throughout.
08 - Broil for 2-3 minutes for a golden, bubbly top if desired.
09 - Remove from oven and garnish with green onions and crumbled blue cheese. Serve hot with celery sticks, carrot sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein with 18g per serving, perfect for fitness enthusiasts
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally gluten-free when paired with appropriate dippers
  • Creamy texture from blended cottage cheese with none of the tang
  • Combines the beloved buffalo chicken flavor with a healthier base
  • Easy to scale up for larger parties or scale down for smaller gatherings
02 -
  • Blend the cottage cheese for at least 60 seconds for ultra-smooth texture
  • Use rotisserie chicken to save 20 minutes of cooking and prep time
  • Reserve a small amount of green onions and buffalo sauce to drizzle on top just before serving for visual appeal
  • The dip thickens as it cools, so serve it warm for the best consistency
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 45–60 seconds or the entire dish in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes
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