Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip

If you have made our Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip then you going to love this Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cottage Cheese. This high-protein dip recipe is the perfect recipe to serve for many occasion. Serve with fresh vegetables, tortilla chips, pita chips and crackers for a crowd pleasing dip.

My entire family loves buffalo sauce, so I knew that they would love this healthy buffalo dip! Make sure to check out their other favorite buffalo sauce recipes – Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas and Buffalo Chicken Meatballs.

Can I Use Cottage Cheese in Buffalo Chicken Dip?

Yes, cottage cheese is an easy substitute for the cream cheese in the classic buffalo chicken dip recipe. Cottage cheese still gives this popular game day appetizer a creamy texture but with a healthier and higher protein twist.

This gluten free dip is always requested because of the flavor, creamy texture and the melty cheese topping.

Ingredients

• Shredded Chicken Breasts – You can make the dip with leftover shredded chicken, shred chicken from a rotisserie chicken or make your own shredded chicken.  
• Cottage Cheese – We used full fat small curd cottage cheese but you can use what you prefer
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese – Use freshly shredded cheese for the best taste and it melts better than pre-shredded cheese
• Buffalo Sauce – Use store bought or make Homemade Buffalo Sauce Recipe. I would not recommend substituting hot sauce for buffalo sauce. The flavor and taste would not be the same.
• Garlic Powder – If you are out, see The Best Garlic Powder Substitute. Garlic salt is an easy substitute.
• Green Onions – Optional topping

For the full list of ingredients and recipe, scroll to the bottom for the recipe card.

How to Make Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip?

• Step 1 – Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. 

Step 2 – Pour the 2 cup cottage cheese into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.  Pour into a medium or large mixing bowl. 

Step 3 – Stir in the shredded chicken, 1 cup shredded cheese, buffalo sauce and garlic powder until combined.

Step 4 – Pour into a 9X9 baking pan and a 3 quart baking dish.

Step 5 – Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the dip is bubbly. 

• Step 6 – Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly and then it’s ready to serve topped with the diced green onions and blue cheese crumbles with chips and veggie sticks.  Enjoy! 

Recipe Tips

• Blended Cottage Cheese – You don’t have to blend the cottage cheese before mixing in with the other ingredients. But the cheese curds won’t melt completely (this bothers some and not others), so blend based on your preference.  
• Spreading Mixture – Make sure to spread the buffalo mixture completely in the bottom of the pan. This will ensure that each will be layered with all the ingredients.
• Baking Pan – We used a regular 9×9 baking pan but if you double the recipe, make sure to use a large baking dish.
• Broil – If you prefer the cheese to have a slight burnt topping, you can broil the dip for 2 minutes.

Variations and Substitutions

• Dairy Free – If you prefer a dip that is dairy-free, then choose dairy free shredded cheese and cottage cheese.
• Creamier – For a creamier texture, feel free to add in a tablespoon or two of softened cream cheese.
• Spicy Dip – If you prefer a spicy dip, add in some diced jalapenos or extra hot buffalo sauce.
• Additions – Feel free to change or add in spices to what you prefer. We recommend ½ tsp of onion powder, ranch seasoning or taco seasoning.
• Greek Yogurt – If you prefer, you can substitute the cottage cheese with Greek Yogurt. This dip will still be packed with protein.

How to Serve Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe

Serve this Buffalo Chicken Dip with your favorite dippers. These are our favorites.

• Bell Peppers
• Carrot Sticks
• Celery Sticks
• Broccoli
• Cauliflower
• Tortilla Chips
• Crackers
• Cottage Cheese Chips

Storage and Meal Prep Tips

• Storing – Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. 
• Reheating – Reheat the leftover dip in the oven or microwave to reheat it as needed.
• Meal Prep – This is the perfect high protein dip to make for your lunches or snack for the week. Divide the dip into individual containers and place in the fridge.