Easy High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip (Slow Cooker)

buffalo chicken dip in a white bowl with chips dipping in surrounded by chips and veggies.

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Easy High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip (Slow Cooker)

This high protein buffalo chicken dip is made with wholesome, simple ingredients. A healthier twist on traditional buffalo chicken dip without sacrificing any of the bold, zesty flavors you love. Bonus: it’s made in the slow cooker for hands-off cooking!

Prep Time5

Cook Time3

Total Time3 5

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: people

Author: Mary Smith

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Ingredients

1.5 lbs chicken breasts 2 large or 3 small
½ cup Frank's Red Hot hot sauce
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp garlic powder
1 cup 2% cottage cheese
1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
diced green onions for topping, optional
veggies or tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour the hot sauce on top and sprinkle with seasonings. Toss to coat the chicken.
Cook on high for 2-3 hours, or low for 4-6 hours.
Shred the chicken with 2 forks and add in the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and ½ cup of the cheese. Stir until melted and creamy.
Top with the remaining cheese and cover. Let it sit on warm until ready to serve.
Serve with celery, carrots, or tortilla chips and enjoy!

Notes

Use Rotisserie Chicken: If you're short on time, use shredded rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken breasts. This will reduce the cooking time significantly. Just heat until warmed through.
Blended Cottage Cheese: For an extra-smooth dip, blend the cottage cheese before adding it to the slow cooker.
Cheese Options: While cheddar is classic, you can mix in Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a spicier twist.
Room Temperature Ingredients: Let the Greek yogurt and cottage cheese come to room temperature before adding them to help everything blend more smoothly.
Serving: Serve with celery sticks, red bell peppers, gluten-free crackers, pita chips, baguette slices, or tortilla chips for dipping.
Storage: Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until warm. You can also reheat it in a baking dish in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.

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