This healthy buffalo chicken dip recipe delivers all the creamy, spicy flavor of the game day classic without the calories. Made with a light blend of Greek yogurt and whipped cream cheese, this is a high-protein, low-fat appetizer that's beautiful to serve and easy to make.
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If you love buffalo chicken dip but don’t love the fat and calories that usually come with it, this healthy buffalo chicken recipe is a game changer. With a low 88 calories and only 3 grams of fat per serving, it's a smart party snack for anyone following a GLP-1 diet, low carb lifestyle, or just trying to eat better. Instead of mayo or heavy cream, we use nonfat Greek yogurt and whipped cream cheese to get that rich texture. Plus, with 12 grams of protein per ¼-cup serving, it's one of those rare healthy football party snacks that actually fills you up. Whether you're hosting, tailgating, or prepping easy healthy party appetizers, this dip wins a spot at the table.
Yes. Look for hot sauces with no added sugars and low sodium. Tabasco is a solid option with just a few ingredients. You can also make your own healthy Buffalo sauce using vinegar, cayenne, and garlic powder.
Instead of chips, you can dip raw veggies like celery, carrots, cucumber rounds, and bell peppers into Buffalo chicken sauce. Baked zucchini chips or roasted chickpeas are fun, too, if you want a crunch.
Buffalo chicken dip is definitely a high protein recipe. This version has 12 grams of protein in each ¼-cup thanks to lean chicken and Greek yogurt.
Love the heat but want to keep it light? These healthy spins on buffalo recipes and other crowd-pleasing dips bring bold flavor without being overloaded with calories, fat, and sodium.
These dips prove you don’t need loads of cheese or salt to make a crowd-pleasing snack. Whether you're hosting a party, packing lunch, or just want something tasty to scoop up with veggies, these better-for-you dips bring bold flavor with feel-good ingredients.
This healthy buffalo chicken dip is versatile enough to pair with just about anything you’d bring to a party or prep for a snack board. Here are some of our favorite pairings to keep things light but satisfying:
Fresh Veggie Dippers: Celery sticks, carrot coins, cucumber rounds, bell pepper strips, or jicama are all crisp, hydrating, and perfect for scooping.
Baked Chips and Crackers: Look for whole grain or reduced-sodium options. Baked pita chips, brown rice crackers, or lightly salted tortilla chips work great. And while you have the oven hot, try making these homemade chips recipes that are great for dipping:
Toasted Flatbread or Pita Wedges: Cut whole wheat pita into triangles and toast them for a warm, crunchy option.
Lettuce Wraps: Spoon the dip into crisp romaine or butter lettuce leaves for a low-carb, hand-held snack.
Hard-Boiled Eggs (Halved): A creative twist, top each egg half with a small dollop of dip for a high-protein bite.
These pairings help keep your snack plate balanced, whether you're going for low carb appetizers, healthy football snacks, or just something delicious you can feel good about.
Recipe yields 10 servings
Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a small baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a mixing bowl, mix cream cheese and Greek yogurt together until smooth. Add 2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce and mix until well combined.
Add shredded chicken and gently fold into cream cheese mixture. Add remaining Tabasco, a ½ teaspoon at a time, until desired heat level is reached.
Transfer to prepared baking dish and bake for 30 minutes. Alternatively, transfer chicken mixture to a slow cooker and cook on low heat for 2 to 3 hours.
Serve warm with fresh crudités. Store any leftover buffalo chicken dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
This recipe also works great as a Crockpot buffalo chicken dip. It’s the same creamy, high-protein dip, just made easier with a slow cooker. Perfect for game days, potlucks, or when you want to keep the dip warm and ready to serve.
Spray the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. In a mixing bowl, stir together the whipped cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and 2 teaspoons of Tabasco until smooth. Fold in the shredded chicken, garlic powder, and chives. Taste and add more Tabasco, ½ teaspoon at a time, until you hit your desired heat level. After mixing everything together, just transfer to a slow cooker and heat on low for 2 to 3 hours. It’ll stay warm for serving too.
Use nonfat plain regular yogurt or fat-free sour cream. You’ll still get a creamy texture with fewer calories than mayo.
Low-fat cottage cheese blended until smooth works great as a light alternative for cream cheese.
Use a plain dairy-free yogurt (like almond or soy-based) and a plant-based cream cheese.
Use thinly sliced green onions or a pinch of onion powder provide that subtle bite if you don't have chives.