If you love spicy, cheesy, and super yummy food, then you’re going to LOVE this Buffalo Chicken Dip! It’s warm, gooey, and perfect for dipping chips, crackers, or veggies. Plus, it’s packed with protein and super easy to make. I was inspired by @gatherednutrition and added my own little twist. This recipe is great for dinner, a snack, or even for a game day treat. Let’s dive in!

Method

Preheat the Oven

First things first preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). It’s always a good idea to start heating the oven before you begin mixing ingredients so it’s ready to go when you are. This step ensures your dip bakes evenly and melts to gooey perfection.

Combine the Ingredients

Next, grab an oven-safe baking dish this is important because the dish will go straight from the counter into the oven. Into that dish, add your shredded chicken (I like using rotisserie chicken because it’s flavorful and ready to go), Greek yogurt for a creamy texture, and buffalo sauce for that spicy, tangy kick. Then sprinkle in your diced green onions, which add a pop of color and crunch. Finally, season everything with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Once everything is in the dish, use a spoon or spatula to mix it all up until everything is well blended and evenly coated with that delicious buffalo-yogurt sauce.

Add the Cheese Topping

Now it’s time for the cheesy layer, arguably the best part! Take your shredded mozzarella cheese and sprinkle it all over the top of the chicken mixture. Try to spread it out evenly so every bite gets that melty goodness once it bakes.

Bake the Dip

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake it for 7 minutes. During this time, the dip will heat through, the flavors will blend, and the cheese will begin to melt. You’ll start to see everything get all bubbly and delicious.

Broil to Finish

After the initial bake, switch your oven to broil mode. Broiling helps the top layer of cheese get golden and a little crispy so good! Broil the dip for about 3 minutes, but keep a very close eye on it. Broilers heat from the top and can burn food quickly if left unattended. You’re looking for that perfect, lightly browned cheesy top.

Cool and Serve

Once it’s golden and bubbling, carefully remove the baking dish from the oven. Let it cool for about a minute or two just enough that you won’t burn your mouth! Now it’s time to dig in. Scoop, dip, or spread however you like, and enjoy every creamy, spicy, cheesy bite.

Necessary Tools

Oven-safe baking dish
Mixing spoon or spatula
Oven
Cutting board and knife (for the green onions)

Buffalo Chicken Dip (High Protein & Easy!)

Recipe by Henry Avery

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Cuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Total time

minutes

Ingredients

1 & 1/2 cups shredded chicken (I used rotisserie chicken easy and tasty!)
1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (adds creaminess and protein)
1/4 cup buffalo sauce (for that spicy kick!)
A handful of diced green onions (adds a nice crunch and flavor)
1/4 tsp each: salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (melty goodness on top)

Directions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In your oven-safe baking dish, add shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, seasonings, and green onions.
Mix everything well until it’s fully combined.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the oven for 7 minutes.
Then, turn on the broiler and cook for another 3 minutes to make the top golden and bubbly. Keep an eye on it so the cheese doesn’t burn!
Take it out and let it cool for just a minute. Dip in and enjoy!

Notes

Don’t skip the broil step, but watch carefully! Broilers work fast and can burn the cheese in seconds.
Make sure your baking dish is oven-safe before putting it in the oven.
If your shredded chicken is cold, you might need an extra minute or two in the oven to heat everything up.

Serving Suggestions

Dip with tortilla chips, pita chips, or pretzels
Spoon it into a lettuce wrap for a low-carb bite
Use it as a sandwich filling. Trust me, it’s awesome!
Serve alongside crunchy celery and carrots

Fun Fact

Buffalo sauce was named after Buffalo, New York, where the spicy flavor was first used on chicken wings! Now, we enjoy it in all kinds of dishes like this dip!

Conclusion

This Buffalo Chicken Dip is the perfect mix of spicy, creamy, and cheesy and it’s so easy to make! I love how quick it comes together, and it always hits the spot. Whether you’re having it for dinner, a snack, or a party, it’s going to be a big hit. Let me know if you try it and how you served it I’m always excited to see your tasty creations!