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Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip
This Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken Dip is a high-protein, low-carb twist on a classic, made with ranch dressing, hot sauce, and cheddar cheese for a gluten-free crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for any gathering!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 173 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup Light Ranch Dressing
- ½ cup hot sauce
- 2 12.5 oz canned chicken
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and lightly grease a baking dish. In a mixing bowl, stir together the cottage cheese, ranch dressing, and hot sauce until well combined.
- Add the drained canned chicken and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl, mixing thoroughly to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese is melted. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving with chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
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Notes
- Hint: For an extra smooth texture, blend the cottage cheese in a food processor before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- If you're hosting a party, you can assemble the dip ahead of time, refrigerate it, and bake it right before serving for a fresh and piping hot dish!
Nutrition Information
Calories
173kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Cholesterol
26mg
(9%)
Sodium
786mg
(33%)
Potassium
72mg
(2%)
Fiber
0.04g
(0%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
254IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
172mg
(17%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 173kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 786mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 72mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 254IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 172mg | 17% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.