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    Momma Fit Lyndsey » Recipes » Appetizers

    Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip with Greek Yogurt (Keto)

    Published: Jan 31, 2023 by Lyndsey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Healthy buffalo chicken dip is the best simple, delicious and healthier appetizer your game day crowd will love! Easy to make and Keto while also being high protein and low calorie (thanks to the Greek yogurt)! Oven and slow cooker Crock Pot instructions included!

    close up shot of healthy buffalo chicken dip with a tortilla chip scooping out some dip.
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    • What Makes This Recipe Healthy
    • Ingredients You Need to Make This Recipe
    • How to Make This Recipe
    • How to Serve this Recipe:
    • Expert Tips
    • Make Ahead, Storage, & Reheating
    • Recipe FAQS
    • Related Recipes
    • Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip with Greek Yogurt (Keto)

    Healthy buffalo chicken dip is a tailgate, potluck or game day recipe that has it's rightful place at the center of the appetizer bar!  There is nothing better than dipping into this tasty and surprisingly healthy snack!

    Throw in some guacamole and air fryer buffalo cauliflower wings and you've got yourself quite the Super Bowl or party spread!

    What Makes This Recipe Healthy

    • Keto and Weight Watchers as written and can be made dairy free, vegetarian or vegan.
    • Full of protein! Making this recipe with Greek yogurt adds in lots of protein and flavor. It has over 20 grams of protein per serving.
    • Low fat, low calorie, and heart healthy compared to the traditional recipe. This lighter recipe is made with no cheese and lower fat Neufchatel cheese and using Greek yogurt.
    • Simple and easy ingredients: Just 4 ingredients and no ranch packet or seasoning.

    Ingredients You Need to Make This Recipe

    Here are the ingredients you need to make this recipe. Reference the recipe card at the bottom for exact measurements and the notes below for substitution ideas.

    ingredients for this recipe.
    • Hot sauce of your choice: Buffalo sauce or Frank's Red Hot sauce.
    • Shredded chicken: Rotisserie chicken or cooked, shredded chicken works well. You can also use canned chicken or cubed chicken.
    • Greek yogurt: Sour cream is also a good option.
    • Neufchatel Cheese: Full fat cream cheese or cottage cheese for a high protein option.

    How to Make This Recipe

    This is a step-by-step walkthrough of how to cook this recipe. The recipe card at the bottom shows the exact cook time and temperatures.

    Step 1

    Add the buffalo wing sauce, Neufchatel cheese and Greek yogurt into a large bowl.

    buffalo chicken dip sauce ingredients in a glass bowl on a white marble background.

    Step 2

    Add in the cooked chicken.

    chicken on top of buffalo chicken dip.

    Step 3

    Mix until the dip is well mixed and well incorporated. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.

    close up shot of buffalo chicken dip ingredients mixed up.

    Step 4

    Spoon dip into a baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is bubbling.  Place under broiler for a minute to crisp the top (but be sure to watch it closely!)

    buffalo chicken dip ingredients in a glass pie plate on a white marble background.

    How to Serve this Recipe:

    • Low carb and healthy dippers: Sturdy and crunchy veggies like celery and cucumbers are great keto and low carb dippers while carrots are the perfect healthy things to eat with this recipe.
    • Healthy chips for dipping: Tortilla chips are my go-to for dips and these Siete tortilla chips are my favorite healthy chips for dipping into this dip.
    • Toppings: top with blue cheese crumbles, a drizzle of ranch dressing or bacon bits.
    • Mix-ins: Make with ranch by mixing in a ranch packet or some bbq sauce for a different flavor.
    • In a wrap or on a sandwich: Substitute pesto chicken for this healthy buffalo chicken dip in this wrap for an easy and healthy lunch.

    Expert Tips

    • Cleanup: Use cooking spray, parchment paper or foil to line your baking dish and make cleanup easier.
    • Creamier Texture: Opt for full fat cream cheese over low fat cream cheese or Neufchatel and plain full fat Greek yogurt for a an even more thick and creamy texture.
    • Spice preferences: For a more mild version, reduce the amount of Frank's Red Hot Sauce to ¼ of a cup or two tablespoons. Increase the amount of hot sauce for a spicy version.
    • Type of chicken to use: Although I recommend shredded chicken you can really use any leftover chicken you have for this recipe - even grilled chicken, rotisserie chicken, canned or cooked.

    Make Ahead, Storage, & Reheating

    • Make Ahead: Can be made ahead up to 1 day in advance and baked the day of.
    • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
    • Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350F for 10 minutes or more or until heated through. Can be served cold also!

    Recipe FAQS

    Can you make it without cream cheese?

    By using a thicker Greek yogurt or Icelandic yogurt you can make this recipe without cream cheese if needed. I do recommend making it with cream cheese or Neufchatel as it gives it an extra bit of creaminess and tang.

    Cottage cheese is also a great option for making it without cream cheese. It contains a lot of protein and you can't taste the cottage cheese taste at all (similar to this No Boil Lasagna in a Skillet!)

    Can I make it without chicken?

    A simple 3 ingredient recipe can make this a vegetarian recipe. You can make this recipe vegetarian by omitting chicken. To make it vegan use dairy free cream cheese and Greek yogurt.

    Can I make it in the slow cooker or crock pot?

    Yes, this recipe is super easy to make ahead and allow it to slow cook in the crock pot until you are ready to serve.

    To make healthy buffalo chicken dip in the slow cooker add all ingredients to the slow cooker pot.  Cook on low for 2-3 hours or until bubbly.

    Can you freeze buffalo chicken dip?

    You can freeze it in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Note that the dip may become slightly watery if not sealed properly so be sure to store it well.

    Allow dip to defrost in the refrigerator before baking.

    How long will buffalo chicken dip last in the fridge?

    How long it's good for will depend on the chicken used. Generally, it should be stored in an airtight container and stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

    What are healthy things to eat with buffalo chicken dip?

    If you are looking for healthy chips to eat with this recipe look out for whole grain tortilla chips, lentil chips or baked chips of your choosing. You can also serve it with veggies such as celery or carrots for a low carb option.

    Why is there so much oil in my buffalo chicken dip?

    This recipe is made with no oil and no butter making it not oily. If there appears to be oil, give the dip a good stir to incorporate all ingredients.

    full shot of healthy buffalo chicken dip in a glass pie plate topped with chives.

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    Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip with Greek Yogurt (Keto)

    Healthy buffalo chicken dip is the best simple and delicious appetizer your game day crowd will love! Easy to make and Keto while also being high protein and low calorie (thanks to the Greek yogurt)!
    Course Appetizers
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 25 minutes minutes
    Total Time 35 minutes minutes
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 175kcal
    Author Lyndsey

    Equipment

    • 1 8X8 baking dish

    Ingredients

    • 1 8 ounce block Neufchatel cheese
    • ½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt
    • ⅓ cup buffalo wing sauce more or less to taste
    • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
    • snipped chives to top optional

    Instructions

    Oven Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Combine softened Neufchatel cheese, Greek yogurt, and buffalo sauce until well incorporated.
      1 8 ounce block Neufchatel cheese, ½ cup nonfat Greek yogurt, ⅓ cup buffalo wing sauce
    • Spoon in cooked chicken and mix well.
      2 cups cooked shredded chicken
    • Transfer mixture to an 8X8 Pyrex, pie plate, cast iron or casserole dish.
    • Spoon dip into a baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Bake at 350F for 20-25 minutes or until the dip is bubbling.  Place under broiler for a minute to crisp the top (but be sure to watch it closely!) Top with green onions or snipped chives if desired.
      snipped chives to top

    Slow Cooker & Crock Pot Instructions

    • Add all ingredients to the slow cooker pot.  Cook on low for 2-3 hours or until bubbly.

    Notes

    • Make Ahead: Can be made ahead up to 1 day in advance and baked the day of.
    • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
    • Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350F for 10 minutes or more or until heated through.
    • Creamier Texture: Opt for full fat cream cheese over low fat cream cheese or Neufchatel and plain full fat Greek yogurt for a an even more thick and creamy texture.
    • Spice preferences: For a more mild version, reduce the amount of Frank's Red Hot Sauce to ¼ of a cup or two tablespoons. Increase the amount of hot sauce for a spicy version.
    • Type of chicken to use: Although I recommend shredded chicken you can really use any leftover chicken you have for this recipe - even grilled chicken, rotisserie chicken, canned or cooked.

    Serving Tips

    • Low carb and healthy dippers: Sturdy and crunchy veggies like celery and cucumbers are great keto and low carb dippers while carrots are the perfect healthy things to eat with this recipe.
    • Healthy chips for dipping: Tortilla chips are my go-to for dips and these Siete tortilla chips are my favorite healthy chips for dipping into this dip.
    • Toppings: top with blue cheese crumbles, a drizzle of ranch dressing or bacon bits.
    • Mix-ins: Make with ranch by mixing in a ranch packet or some bbq sauce for a different flavor.
    • In a wrap or on a sandwich: Substitute pesto chicken for this healthy buffalo chicken dip in this wrap for an easy and healthy lunch.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.6g | Protein: 21.4g | Fat: 7.8g
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