Looking for something fun, delicious and easy to make for this year’s Super Bowl? Try our healthy take on buffalo chicken dip. By swapping typical dip ingredients for fat-free Greek yogurt, shredded part-skim mozzarella, low-sodium hot pepper sauce and fat-free cottage cheese, this dip is only 132 calories and has 16 grams of protein. Serve with fresh vegetables such as carrot and celery sticks as a healthy alternative to chips.
Whether you’re making this for game day or as a party appetizer, this recipe is easy to tackle and a guaranteed touchdown.
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe
Ingredients:
Yield: 10 servings
Get the full recipe instructions here.
3 Tablespoons low-sodium hot pepper sauce
3 Tablespoons water
1 1/4 cups plain fat-free Greek yogurt, divided
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup plain fat-free cottage cheese
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoons dried parsley
6 Tablespoons sliced green onion, divided
1 jalapeño pepper, sliced (optional for garnish)
1 pound carrot sticks
1 pound celery sticks
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 375° F.
In a small saucepan, whisk together hot pepper sauce, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, apple cider vinegar and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Add water (up to 3 Tablespoons depending on your desired consistency). Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Reduce heat to low and continue to simmer, whisking frequently to avoid burning, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the chicken, remaining Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, cooled hot sauce mixture and shredded mozzarella until combined. Add garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley and 4 Tablespoons green onion and mix until evenly distributed.
Pour dip mixture into an 8 x 8-inch pan. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbling. Top with remaining 2 Tablespoons sliced green onions and slices of jalapeño pepper, if desired. Serve warm with carrot and celery sticks.
Nutrition information per serving: 132 calories; 3.5 grams fat; 1.5 grams saturated fat; 32 mg cholesterol; 220 mg sodium; 9 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams fiber; 16 grams protein
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