Description
A flavorful, lighter alternative to traditional buffalo chicken dip using cottage cheese as the creamy base. Packed with protein and smoky heat, this dip satisfies cravings without heavy ingredients or alcohol-based additives.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) shredded roasted chicken
15 oz (425g) non-fat cottage cheese (or full-fat for richer texture)
½ cup (120ml) non-alcoholic buffalo sauce (preservative-free preferred)
8 oz (225g) shredded cheddar cheese (Gruyère or pepper jack optional)
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Combine cottage cheese, buffalo sauce, shredded chicken, and garlic powder in a bowl
Stir in cheddar cheese until evenly mixed
Pour into a 9×13 inch baking dish
Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden and bubbly
Let rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
Optional: Add blue cheese crumbles or finely chopped scallions for extra flavor
For deeper spice layer, mix in 1-2 tbsp hot sauce with buffalo sauce
Leftovers store well for 3-4 days in refrigerator
Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes if desired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg