High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip (Made With Cottage Cheese!)
This creamy high protein buffalo chicken dip with cottage cheese comes together quickly in just 20 minutes! Make it for a game day appetizer or party snack when you’re craving a cheesy dip.
Equipment
- Food processor 3-cup or larger
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 12 ounces cottage cheese 2%, 4%, or full fat
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- ¼ cup Frank's Red Hot
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the chicken breast, then turn the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer until the chicken is fully cooked (it should reach an internal temperature of about 165 degrees F), about 12 to 15 minutes.Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and shred finely, using two forks.
- While the chicken cooks, make the cheese blend. Add the cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and Frank's Red Hot to a food processor. Pulse until the texture is smooth and creamy, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed to help the ingredients combine. Have some patience with this step - it can take some time for all of the cottage cheese lumps to break down.
- Transfer the cheese blend to a large mixing bowl. Add the shredded chicken, then mix until well-combined. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or corn chips, or refrigerate and serve cold later on.
Notes
Cottage cheese - Opt for fuller fat options (2% or higher). This gives the dip a creamy texture.
Frank's Red Hot - This is the secret ingredient to making the best buffalo chicken dip! Make sure to use the original cayenne hot sauce, not the buffalo wing sauce.
Make ahead option - If you prefer cold buffalo chicken dip, you can easily make this whole dip (or just the chicken) ahead of time. Prepare the chicken as directed and then either refrigerate it until you want to mix up the dip. Or, make the cheese blend too and mix it all together, then let the dip cool a bit before storing in the fridge for later.
Don’t use heat - Heating up cottage cheese can cause it to break due to its high water content. This will make your dip watery and lumpy! Instead, serve this dip at room temperature, or refrigerate and serve cold. If you prefer warm buffalo chicken dip, check out our baked buffalo chicken dip recipe instead.
Serving suggestions - This dip is perfect for football Sundays! Read our blog post above for suggestions on what game day apps pair well with buffalo chicken dip, or check out our game day recipes collection for ideas.
Storing leftovers - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Serve cold, or let it warm up on the counter for 10 to 15 minutes before serving so it's a little easier to scoop.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 786mg | Potassium: 360mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 295IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 187mg | Iron: 0.4mg
