Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip

I’m sure you’ve been to a party where there’s that one dish that everyone flocks to. You know, the dish that is so good people can’t help but keep coming back for more. Well, I’m here to tell you that dish might be keto buffalo chicken dip. This dip is so flavorful and creamy, it’s hard not to like. Plus, it’s perfect for parties because it can be made in advance and served cold or hot. Trust me, you’ll love it!

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The holidays may be almost over but football season is still in full swing. This is a great game-day snack that’ll keep you in ketosis and non Keto people happy.

This was inspired by my Keto Crack Chicken Recipe, and pairs well with these easy chia seed crackers or Everything Crackers.

Ingredients

This recipe assumes you have cooked chicken ready to shred. Rotisserie chicken from the deli or leftovers are great for this appetizer.

You’ll need:

• Shredded chicken rotisserie or cooked chicken breast
• Cream cheese cut into pieces
• Mozzarella – cheese shredded or cubed if using fresh cheese.
• Buffalo Sauce – Franks is great
• Ranch salad dressing – *Use a good quality dressing like Lighthouse and check the label for added sugar.
• Green onions – Chopped

Garnish:

• 2 tbsp chopped green onions or more to taste
• 1/3 cup blue cheese crumbles *optional

Instructions

Combine all spices into a large bowl and mix thoroughly into lean ground beef.

• Melt the cream cheese and mozzarella in a medium sauce pan over low – medium heat.
• Stir in the Buffalo sauce, then the shredded chicken.
• Add the ranch dressing and green onions, stirring until incorporated. Heat until the mixture is hot. Place in a warmed serving dish or in a small appetizer sized crock pot.
• Top with blue cheese and green onions.

Hint: Do not try to use Bleu Cheese Dressing instead of Ranch. It makes it REALLY SHARP. Believe me, it’s not awesome.

Substitutions

• If you don’t have any Red Hot on hand I am sure you could use Sriracha. It wont have the same buffalo flavor but it’ll still be good.
• Try Cheddar Cheese to switch it up if you want.

Serve with:

• Celery
• Pepper Strips
• Low Carb Crackers
• Zucchini sticks
• Cauliflower Florets
• Broccoli Florets

This isn’t a recipe with “weird” low carb ingredients so most non low carbers love it too.

Cooking Method Variations

• Stove-top – you can add all of the ingredients to a dutch oven and bake @350F for 30 minutes and stir. Continue baking until hot and bubbly.
• Microwave– Add all ingredients except garnish and heat for 40 seconds at a time between stirring.
• Crockpot/ Slow Cooker – add all ingredients and stir occasionally while cooking on high until hot and melty.

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. But this Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip isn’t too fussy. Just make sure you have a sturdy wooden spoon to stir this beast with.

Storage

Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days in a covered container.

These ingredients don’t stand up well to freezing.

Top tip

Don’t be afraid to experiment with spice. Add more hot sauce if you like a kick.

More Healthy Recipes to Love:

• Juicy Baked Chicken Breast
• Buffalo Hot Wings
• Keto Crack Chicken

Food safety

We sometimes take for a granted that we have years (or decades) of cooking experience, that the average visitor may not.

• Cook chicken to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don’t leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.