A lighter take on the classic buffalo chicken dip, this Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip combines shredded chicken, spicy hot sauce, and creamy reduced-fat ingredients for a delicious and satisfying dip. Paired with crunchy multigrain crackers and fresh celery, it’s perfect for game days or gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this dip will be a hit without the guilt!
Ingredients for this Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip:
- 2 (10 ounce) cans natural chunk chicken, drained
- ¾ cup hot pepper sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 2 (8 ounce) packages reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup light ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 bunch celery, cleaned and cut into 4-inch pieces
- 8 ounces multigrain crackers
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan, combine the drained chicken and hot pepper sauce. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the chicken is well-coated and heated through.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, light ranch dressing, and half of the shredded Cheddar cheese. Stir until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Add the heated chicken mixture to the bowl and stir to combine.
- Transfer the dip mixture into a baking dish (9×9 or similar size) and top with the remaining shredded Cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Serve the dip warm with multigrain crackers and celery pieces for dipping.
Nutrition (per serving, based on 8 servings):
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 19g
- Fat: 13g
- Carbs: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Enjoy this tasty and healthier take on a beloved dip, and make your Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip the star of your next gathering!
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Source: www.allrecipes.com
