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High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip: Creamy, Spicy, One-Bowl Crowd-Pleaser

Name: High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip: Creamy, Spicy, One-Bowl Crowd-Pleaser
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (one rotisserie chicken or ~1 lb poached and shredded); 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended); 4 oz cream cheese (softened); 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar (divided — reserve ½ cup for the top); 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack; 0.5 cup buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot Buffalo; 1/2 cup mild to 1 cup spicy); 1 tbsp ranch seasoning (optional); 2 tbsp sliced green onions (optional, for topping)

By Lucas MorganAug 21, 2026

This High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip is a creamy and spicy dish that combines shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and two kinds of cheese for an irresistible appetizer. Perfect for game days or gatherings, this dip delivers 27 grams of protein per serving while being easy to prepare in a single bowl. Bake it until bubbly and golden, then serve warm with your favorite dippers like tortilla chips and vegetable sticks for a satisfying snack.

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30 min total8 servings

Ingredients

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Servings

•3 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (one rotisserie chicken or ~1 lb poached and shredded)
•1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
•4 oz cream cheese (softened)
•1 cup shredded sharp cheddar (divided — reserve ½ cup for the top)
•1 cup shredded Monterey Jack
•0.5 cup buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot Buffalo; 1/2 cup mild to 1 cup spicy)
•1 tbsp ranch seasoning (optional)
•2 tbsp sliced green onions (optional, for topping)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Soften the cream cheese while the oven heats.
3
In a large bowl, stir together the chicken, Greek yogurt, cream cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch seasoning, and most of both cheeses, reserving about ½ cup of cheddar for the top.
4
Spread the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish or a 1.5–2 quart baking dish and smooth the top.
5
Sprinkle the reserved cheddar over the top.
6
Bake for about 20 minutes, until the edges are bubbling and the top is melted with golden spots.
7
Optionally, broil for 1–2 minutes for more color, watching closely.
8
Top with green onions and extra buffalo sauce if desired.
9
Serve warm.