High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip
This high-protein buffalo chicken dip went viral for a reason. Made with blended cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, it’s creamy, cheesy, and perfect for meal prep lunches or an easy snack.
Creator: Leslie Stokes
This high-protein buffalo chicken dip recipe feels a little nostalgic to me because it was one of the first recipes I ever shared that really took off. The internet absolutely ran with it — and over the years I’ve seen so many versions pop up everywhere. But honestly? I still make it all the time.
Buffalo chicken dip has always been one of those foods everyone loves, but the traditional version can feel heavy enough that it’s more of a party food than an everyday one. I wanted something I could actually eat for lunch or prep for the week without feeling like I needed a nap afterward.
Blending cottage cheese was the game changer. It gives the dip that creamy texture you want, but adds a huge protein boost without making it taste “healthy.” Combined with Greek yogurt and just a little cream cheese for texture, it keeps that classic buffalo dip flavor while making it something you can realistically keep in the fridge for the week.
I love this because it works in so many ways — warm as a dip, stuffed into wraps, spooned into bell peppers, or just eaten straight out of a container when you need something quick. It reheats beautifully and actually gets better after sitting a day as the flavors come together.
Some recipes stick around because they’re trendy. This one stuck around because it actually works.
Tips for Best Results
Blend cottage cheese completely smooth
Adjust buffalo sauce to preferred spice level
Let it rest before serving (important for thickness)
Rotisserie chicken works perfectly
Ways to Eat this high-protein buffalo chicken dip
Bell pepper scoops
Stuffed into wraps
Over baked potatoes
With protein chips
On toast
In a quesadilla
Tips for storage
High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup 2% cottage cheese
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt 2–5%
- 3 oz light cream cheese optional but recommended
- ½-¾ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar
- Optional: green onions and ranch drizzle
Let's Make It
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
- Mix everything; Combine: blended cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, seasonings, and shredded chicken
- Spread into baking dish. Top with mozzarella and cheddar.
- Bake at 400°F for 18–22 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Optional broil 1–2 minutes for golden top.
- Let sit 5 minutes — it thickens slightly.
Oven Baked Chicken Breast (The Chicken I Use for Everything)
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: 1 teaspoon honey
Let's Make It
- Preheat oven to 400°F (use convection roast if available).
- Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets.
- Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan or oven-safe rack.
- Drizzle with olive oil and optional honey.
- Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, and black pepper on both sides.
- Bake on the top rack for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until internal temp reaches 165°F.
- Let rest 5 minutes before slicing or shredding.
Nutrition Facts
(Approx per serving)
Calories: 290
Protein: 34g
Carbs: 4g
Fat: 15g
(Varies by sauce and yogurt used)
Meal Prep in 1 Hour
You can use any two of the meals in this series to get your meal prep done in just about and hour, give or take!
Having your breakfast and lunch ready for the week helps you stay on track with your nutriton, saves you time and money! I truly beleive that meal prep does not need to be over complicated, take too much time or be boring!
I always get asked- “do you ever get tired of eating the same thing all week?” and the answer is, no! Not when the food taste good! I give plenty of variety in these preps and keep it simple!
As always, thanks for being here and remember, don’t over complicate the process! Take a deep breath, you got this!
