Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip (Printable Version)

A creamy, spicy blend of chicken with mozzarella, cheddar, and buffalo sauce for low-carb options.

# Ingredient List:

→ Proteins

01 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast (rotisserie or poached)

→ Dairy

02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 1/2 cup sour cream

→ Sauces & Flavorings

06 - 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
07 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing
08 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
09 - 1/2 tsp onion powder
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - 2 tbsp chopped green onions
12 - 2 tbsp crumbled blue cheese

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch dressing. Mix until smooth.
03 - Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until evenly distributed.
04 - Add shredded chicken, half the mozzarella, and half the cheddar cheese. Stir until well combined.
05 - Transfer mixture to a 1-quart baking dish and spread evenly.
06 - Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
07 - Bake for 18-20 minutes until hot and bubbly throughout.
08 - For golden brown topping, broil for 2 minutes while watching closely to prevent burning.
09 - Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions and crumbled blue cheese if desired.
10 - Serve warm with celery sticks, cucumber slices, or keto-friendly crackers.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Nobody misses the carbs because the rich, cheesy base carries all the satisfaction
  • It doubles beautifully as a weeknight protein when you need something fast and forgiving
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that cold cream cheese creates lumps no amount of mixing can fix
  • Letting it rest for those 5 minutes seems pointless but makes a huge difference in scoopability
03 -
  • Using freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded bags makes a noticeable difference in texture
  • Let your cream cheese sit on the counter for at least an hour before starting for the smoothest result