Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip High Protein Recipe

This Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip recipe is going to quickly become your favorite healthy appetizer. It's the perfect easy, delicious appetizer for your Super Bowl party or anytime you're enjoying the football season! Made with just 5 simple ingredients you probably already have at home, this healthier dip is high in protein thanks to the nonfat greek yogurt and loads of shredded chicken. Not only is this recipe a crowd favorite, but it's a great way to use up any leftover chicken you have in the fridge.

I love an easy dip recipe for game day and this healthy buffalo chicken dip recipe is probably my most favorite appetizer recipe to make. It's a lighter version of a traditional buffalo chicken dip recipe because instead of loads of cream cheese, we're using high protein greek yogurt. This creamy dip comes together so quickly, with prep taking around 2-3 minutes and can be made in one oven safe bowl. 

If you're looking for other great game day recipes that are healthier options then you might enjoy these Loaded Steak Fajita Nachos, these Air Fryer Jalapeño Poppers or these Strawberry Basil & Goat Cheese Toasts. If you're a fan of creamy dips then you'll really love this easy No Bean Hummus recipe that pairs perfectly with your favorite pita chips, crackers or tortilla chips.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• It is healthy. Made with high protein ingredients like shredded chicken and nonfat greek yogurt, this is a really great option if you're trying to sneak more protein into your day but need an easy appetizer to bring to game day.
• It is delicious. This creamy dip is the best buffalo chicken dip and is filling, too. It's better for you but just as tasty as traditional buffalo chicken dip. Served with celery sticks, carrot sticks, red bell peppers or tortilla chips there's a way to enjoy buffalo chicken dip that will satisfy everyone!
• It is inexpensive. This healthy appetizer only uses 5 main ingredients, so it is a great addition to your game day appetizers that is cost effective.

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Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Ingredients & Tested Substitutions

• Greek Yogurt - The base of this dip is plain greek yogurt instead of using sour cream. You can use non-fat greek yogurt or full fat greek yogurt depending on your preference. My favorite brand to use is Siggi's because it has around 19 grams of protein per serving.
• Cream Cheese - I tested this recipe with and without cream cheese and preferred it with the cream cheese simply because it made it a more creamy dip, but it will add more fat overall. If you're looking for a lower fat option that is still creamy you can omit the cream cheese or use low fat cream cheese, cottage cheese or more greek yogurt.
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese - I opted for shredded cheddar cheese over blue cheese crumbles because it melts much better. If you love blue cheese, instead of topping the buffalo dip with more shredded cheddar, you can top it with blue cheese crumbles instead, or both if you love extra cheese!
• Buffalo Sauce - I prefer using buffalo sauce that is garlic & onion free as I don't personally tolerate those ingredients. Plus, I find that garlic & onion free brands like Wing Time and Noble Made by The New Primal also use healthier ingredients in their buffalo sauces and if you're looking for a truly healthy buffalo chicken dip recipe then you'll want to skip using Frank's Red Hot Sauce (or not, that's up to you!)
• Shredded Chicken - I prefer to use 3 chicken breasts that I throw in the slow cooker for 3 hours and then shred myself. Many people use rotisserie chicken as well, but since you don't know what it was cooked with, making your own shredded chicken at home is the healthiest option.
• Green Onions or Chives - Great for garnish if you like them.

Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe Step by Step Instructions

1. Combine ingredients. In an oven safe mixing bowl or baking dish, add shredded chicken, greek yogurt, cream cheese, shredded cheese and buffalo sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined, then using the back of a spoon or spatula spread the dip evenly across the dish. Sprinkle with additional shredded cheddar cheese before baking.

2. Bake the dip. In a pre-heated oven, bake the buffalo chicken dip at 400F for 20 minutes or until the cheese on top is melted but not browned.

Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe FAQs

What can I serve with buffalo chicken dip?

My favorite things to serve with buffalo chicken dip are tortilla chips, bell peppers, carrot sticks and celery sticks.

Can I made buffalo chicken dip ahead?

You can make this delicious dip up to 1 day in advance. Since it comes together so quickly though I do recommend making it the day you plan to serve it if you can.

How do I store healthy buffalo chicken dip?

If you have leftover dip you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can reheat the leftover dip in the oven at 350F for around 10-15 minutes.

Other healthy game day recipes you might enjoy:

• Homemade Soft Pretzels (Gluten Free)
• Air Fryer Coconut Shrimp (Gluten Free Option)
• Air Fryer Pulled Pork Nachos
• Pumpkin Gin Moscow Mule

Did you have a chance to make this recipe? If so, please leave me a rating and review below. I always love and appreciate hearing from you!