This high-protein Buffalo Chicken Dip is full of melted cheese, tender chicken, and zesty Buffalo sauce — and it definitely doesn’t taste like “health food.” It’s one of those recipes that just happens to be high in protein while tasting like pure comfort. Ready in about 25 minutes, it’s perfect for gatherings, game day, or easy lunches.
High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip
I’m not the type to promote a recipe just because it’s “good for you.” Food’s main job is to taste amazing, and this dip delivers. It also meets protein goals without relying on powders or supplements: the protein comes from real ingredients you can find at any grocery store.
At roughly 34–35 grams of protein per serving, this healthier Buffalo chicken dip gives you serious staying power. If you can’t find Buffalo sauce locally, you can easily make your own with a simple garlic-Buffalo sauce recipe and adjust the heat to your taste.
Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip
Cottage cheese is the unsung hero here. It provides a creamy, protein-rich base that becomes silky when blended with cream cheese and Buffalo sauce. The blended mixture coats shredded or diced cooked chicken, giving you a smooth, flavorful dip without needing processed protein additives.
This recipe scales easily — double it for a crowd or to keep leftovers for lunches. Leftover dip makes excellent Buffalo chicken wraps: spread on a flatbread or wrap, add blue cheese crumbles and crisp lettuce for a quick lunch.
Is Buffalo chicken dip “healthy”? That depends on your definition, but this version offers higher protein and some added nutrients like calcium and potassium while still delivering classic Buffalo flavor. I’ll call that a win.
High Protein Dinner Recipes
If you like high-protein, low-carb dinners, try braised mojo pork or slow-cooker roast pork for hands-off prep and versatile leftovers. Gluten-free meatballs and smoked turkey wings are both excellent party options, and if you want comfort food with a protein boost, a creamy high-protein mac and cheese delivers big on satisfaction.
High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip
Rebecca Lindamood
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Equipment
- casserole dish (or 9×13 inch pan if doubling)
- cutting board
- chef’s knife
- silicone spatula or sturdy wooden spoon
- blender or food processor fitted with a metal blade
- measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 3/4 cup Buffalo sauce
- 3 cups shredded or diced cooked chicken (increase for more protein)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or pepper jack, divided
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Lightly oil a casserole dish and set it aside.
- Combine cottage cheese, cream cheese, and Buffalo sauce in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Pour the mixture into a bowl, then stir in the shredded or diced chicken and all but 1/4 cup each of the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake about 20 minutes, until the dip is bubbling and the top is melted. Garnish with green onions and parsley or cilantro, if using. Serve with crackers, pita, tortilla chips, pretzel crisps, or raw vegetable sticks.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Protein: 34 g
Fat: 26 g
Sodium: 1434 mg
Potassium: 281 mg
Calcium: 347 mg
Nutritional information is an estimate. Calculate values with the exact ingredients you use if precise numbers are required.
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