recipe High-Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip

This week Erin shared a killer high-protein buffalo chicken dip recipe with us (see below). Funny enough, just a day later, one of our customers, Cheryl, messaged to say she had made a similar high-protein queso using blended cottage cheese — and loved it. Without a microwave, she popped it in the oven to warm, and said she was pleasantly surprised by how creamy and satisfying it turned out.

We love seeing these kinds of ideas fly around. That’s what good food — and good community — is all about!

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
• 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese (blended smooth)
• ½ cup buffalo sauce
• ½ cup reduced-fat shredded cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• Optional Toppings: Ranch seasoning, blue cheese crumbles, chopped green onions

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Blend the cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Mix the Greek yogurt, blended cottage cheese, buffalo sauce, and seasonings in a large bowl.
3. Stir in the shredded chicken and half of the shredded cheese.
4. Transfer to a baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
5. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
6. Garnish with green onions or blue cheese if desired.

🥕 Serve With

• Celery sticks
• Sliced bell peppers
• Cucumbers
• Crackers
• Pita wedges
• Whole grain wraps

💪 Nutrition (Approx. per ½ cup serving)

• 25–30g protein
• 180–220 calories
• Rich in calcium

Big thanks to Erin Utz, MS, RD, LLC for this powerhouse recipe!
Follow her on Instagram @ErinUtz_RD

And shoutout to Cheryl Kysiak for keeping the cottage cheese queso vibes strong! ❤️