Leighdear's Buffalo Chicken Dip Goes Main Course Low Carb
Turn your favorite party appetizer into a satisfying low-carb dinner with "Leighdear's Buffalo Chicken Dip Goes Main Course." This creative recipe transforms the creamy, spicy flavors of classic Buffalo chicken dip into a hearty stuffed zucchini dish that's packed with protein and keto-friendly ingredients. Juicy zucchini boats are loaded with a rich mixture of shredded chicken, cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheese, then baked to bubbly perfection. A garnish of fresh green onions adds a pop of color and tangy crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights or game-day gatherings, this quick-prep main course is ready in under 40 minutes and will leave everyone reaching for seconds—forks required!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked shredded chicken
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Buffalo sauce
- 0.333 cup Ranch dressing
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions
- 4 medium Zucchini, halved lengthwise and hollowed out
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Place the halved and hollowed-out zucchinis on a baking sheet. Brush them with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, Buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, shredded cheddar, and shredded mozzarella. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Step 4
Stuff the hollowed-out zucchinis with the Buffalo chicken mixture, pressing lightly to pack the filling.
Step 5
Place the stuffed zucchinis in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until the filling is bubbly and the tops are starting to brown.
Step 6
Optional: Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for a crispier, golden top.
Step 7
Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve hot.
Step 8
Enjoy your main course version of Buffalo chicken dip with a fork and knife!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2342.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3354.6 |
| Total Fat 211.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 98.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g | |
| Cholesterol 1065.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8364.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.4g | |
| Protein 308.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2171.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4772.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories