Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip
A creamy, spicy, and protein-packed dip that's a healthier twist on traditional buffalo chicken dip. Perfect for gatherings, game day, or as a snack at home.
Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Use whipped cottage cheese for a creamier texture.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce Adjust to taste preferences.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese Shredded.
- 1 cup shredded chicken breasts About 1/2 lb or 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast.
- 1 cup red bell pepper Diced.
- 2 green onions Sliced.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F and grease a medium-sized oven-safe ceramic dish.
- Add cottage cheese, olive oil, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to a food processor or high-powered blender. Blend until smooth, adjusting spices to taste.
- Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into the greased dish. Add shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, and diced red bell pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Top the mixture with additional shredded cheese.
Cooking
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese begins to brown. Use oven mitts to handle the hot dish.
Serving
- Serve warm with pita, chips, crackers, or veggies.
Notes
To store leftover dip, place it in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or air fryer before serving. Adjust the buffalo sauce to your preferred spice level and consider adding more veggies for extra nutrition.