Cottage Cheese Buffalo Chicken (Print Version)

Creamy, protein-packed blend with cottage cheese, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melted cheeses.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, low-fat or full-fat
02 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

→ Protein

05 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Sauces and Condiments

06 - 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
07 - 2 tablespoons ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing

→ Seasonings

08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Pinch of salt

→ Garnish

12 - Sliced green onions
13 - Crumbled blue cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese and cream cheese until completely smooth.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine blended cheeses, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
04 - Stir in half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
05 - Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 8-inch baking dish.
06 - Top with remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
07 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
08 - Broil for 2 to 3 minutes for a golden, bubbly top if desired.
09 - Remove from oven and garnish with green onions and crumbled blue cheese. Serve hot with celery sticks, carrot sticks, tortilla chips, or crackers.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • High in protein with 18g per serving, thanks to cottage cheese and chicken
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally gluten-free when served with appropriate dippers
  • Creamy and indulgent yet lighter than traditional versions
  • Perfect for meal prep—reheats beautifully for up to 3 days
  • Customizable heat level to suit your taste preferences
02 -
  • Blend the cottage cheese and cream cheese thoroughly—no lumps means maximum creaminess
  • Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before starting for easier blending
  • Don't skip the broiling step if you want that irresistible golden-brown cheese crust
  • Taste the mixture before baking and adjust seasonings to your preference
  • Keep an eye on the dip during broiling—it can go from perfect to burnt quickly
  • Make ahead by preparing the mixture, covering, and refrigerating up to 24 hours before baking
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