Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
This Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy, spicy, and protein-packed appetizer perfect for game day or casual gatherings. Made with shredded rotisserie chicken, smooth blended cottage cheese, tangy cheddar, and the bold flavor of Frank’s RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce, this dip delivers all the classic buffalo chicken taste with a lighter twist. Baked until bubbly and garnished with green onions and blue cheese crumbles, it pairs perfectly with chips or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked and shredded rotisserie chicken breast
- 1½ cups cottage cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Frank’s RedHot® Original Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill weed
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Optional Garnishes
- Green onions, chopped
- Blue cheese crumbles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Blend Cottage Cheese: In a food processor or blender, puree the cottage cheese until smooth and creamy. This helps create a luscious base for the dip.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, shredded rotisserie chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, Frank’s RedHot Original Cayenne Pepper Sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill weed, dried parsley flakes, and ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the mixture into a shallow 1-quart baking dish, spreading it evenly for consistent baking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is heated through, bubbling, and the top is lightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and, if desired, sprinkle chopped green onions and blue cheese crumbles over the top. Serve immediately with your favorite dippers like tortilla chips, celery sticks, or carrot sticks.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
- Blending the cottage cheese creates a smooth, creamy texture without needing cream cheese.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level.
- This dip can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it gluten-free, serve with gluten-free crackers or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (about ½ cup)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: Buffalo chicken dip, cottage cheese dip, spicy chicken appetizer, healthy buffalo dip, game day dip
