Heart-Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip

Indulge in the zesty, creamy flavors of this Heart-Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip, a lighter twist on the classic crowd-pleaser! Made with shredded boneless, skinless chicken breast, low-fat cream cheese, and protein-packed plain non-fat Greek yogurt, this dip offers all the bold Buffalo spice you love, thanks to a generous splash of hot sauce, while keeping things guilt-free. Topped with melty low-fat cheddar cheese and garnished with fresh scallions, it’s baked to bubbly perfection for a crave-worthy appetizer that doesn’t compromise your wellness goals. Serve it alongside crunchy celery sticks and whole-grain crackers for a wholesome, satisfying bite that’s perfect for game day, parties, or anytime snacking. Ready in under 40 minutes and packed with flavor, this is the ultimate heart-healthy dip recipe you need to try!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese
• 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
• 4 pieces celery sticks
• 8 pieces whole-grain crackers
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium pot, bring water to a boil. Add the boneless, skinless chicken breast and cook for about 15 minutes or until fully cooked.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the low-fat cream cheese, plain non-fat Greek yogurt, and hot sauce.

Step 5

Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Add the shredded chicken and mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the low-fat shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 9

Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the dip sit for a few minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped scallions.

Step 12

Serve warm with celery sticks and whole-grain crackers for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1571.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2804.6

Total Fat 99.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 514.6mg	0%
Sodium 10419.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.7g	0%
Total Sugars 29.0g
Protein 246.2g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 1748.9mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2975.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.4%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 29.9%