Buffalo Chicken Dip With Cottage Cheese

If you love a good Buffalo Chicken Dip but want something lighter that still hits all the creamy, cheesy notes, this version is your new go-to. Cottage cheese and Greek yogurt make it rich and satisfying without feeling heavy, while the classic combo of buffalo sauce, chicken, and melty cheese brings the bold, spicy flavor everyone craves. It’s perfect for game day, holiday gatherings, or any night you want a hot dip that disappears fast.

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This baked buffalo chicken dip is creamy, cheesy, and full of bold buffalo flavor—with a lighter twist thanks to cottage cheese and Greek yogurt. It’s easy to make ahead, bakes up bubbly and golden, and fits any occasion from game day to Christmas parties.

Ingredients You’ll Need

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie works great)

1 cup cottage cheese

4 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup plain Greek yogurt

½ cup buffalo sauce (like Frank’s Red Hot)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

2 green onions, finely sliced

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Topping (optional but delicious)

Extra shredded cheddar + mozzarella

Fresh chopped parsley or green onion

Step by Step Instructions

STEP ONE – Preheat the oven to 375°F.

STEP TWO – Blend cottage cheese and cream cheese until smooth and creamy in a blender or foodprocessor.

STEP THREE – Transfer mixture to a bowl. Stir in Greek yogurt, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

STEP FOUR – Fold in shredded chicken, ¾ the cheddar, chopped green onion and ¾ the mozzarella. Stir to combine.

STEP FIVE – Spread the mixture into a greased small baking dish.

STEP SIX – Top with remaining cheddar and mozzarella.

STEP SEVEN – Bake for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden on top.

STEP EIGHT – Garnish with fresh green onions or parsley.Serve warm with tortilla chips, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or toasted baguette slices.