Easy Creamy Buffalo Chicken Dip with Greek Yogurt
A lighter, tangier twist on classic buffalo chicken dip using Greek yogurt for creaminess without the heaviness. Ready in under 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing appetizer is perfect for game day, potlucks, or any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (or rotisserie chicken)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
- 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped green onions for garnish
- Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature.
- Shred the cooked chicken into small, bite-sized pieces using two forks. Aim for about 2 cups.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt. Use a hand mixer or sturdy spatula to blend until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes with mixer, 3-4 by hand).
- Add the buffalo hot sauce, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until evenly combined and the color turns pale orange.
- Fold in the shredded chicken, 3/4 cup of the cheddar cheese, and all of the mozzarella cheese. Mix gently until just combined.
- Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed (e.g., more hot sauce or ranch seasoning).
- Transfer the mixture to a 9×9 inch baking dish (or similar) and spread into an even layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, until hot and bubbly around the edges and the top is lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions or blue cheese if desired.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, pretzel bites, or crusty bread.
Notes
For best texture, use room temperature cream cheese and Greek yogurt. Shred your own cheese for smoother melting. Avoid overbaking to prevent the Greek yogurt from separating. The dip can be made ahead and refrigerated; reheat before serving. For a slow cooker version, combine all ingredients except the remaining cheese, cook on low for 2-3 hours, then top with cheese and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 480
- Fat: 13
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 14
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