How to Make Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip - A Step-by-Step Guide

Buffalo chicken dip is a classic party favorite, but traditional recipes can be loaded with unhealthy ingredients. That's why we've created a healthier version of this crowd-pleasing dish that's just as delicious as the original. Our Healthier Buffalo Chicken Dip is perfect for game day gatherings, potlucks, or just a cozy night in with some tasty snacks.

Instead of using a ton of cream cheese and mayonnaise, our recipe calls for a combination of Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream che...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 40
  • Yield: 5 cups

  • Heat chicken and hot sauce in a skillet over medium heat until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in cream cheese and ranch dressing; cook and stir until well blended and warm, 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in 1/2 of the Cheddar.
  • Transfer mixture to a slow cooker. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar over top. Cover and cook on Low until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes.
  • Serve with celery sticks and crackers.
  • Nutrition

    78 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 297mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 50mg