Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip (Printable version)

A creamy, spicy blend of chicken, buffalo sauce, and cheeses for keto-friendly gatherings.

# What you need:

→ 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 it:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch dressing. Mix until smooth.
03 - Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
04 - Add the shredded chicken, half the mozzarella, and half the cheddar cheese. Stir until well combined.
05 - Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart baking dish and spread evenly.
06 - Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
07 - Bake for 18–20 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
08 - Optional: Broil for 2 minutes until the top is golden brown.
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 -
  • This dip delivers all the bold buffalo wing flavors you crave without the carbs or guilt
  • It comes together in just 10 minutes of prep time, leaving you free to enjoy your guests
  • The combination of three cheeses creates an incredibly rich texture that keeps everyone coming back for more
02 -
  • Room temperature cream cheese is nonnegotiable for achieving that smooth, restaurant-quality texture
  • The dip continues to thicken as it cools slightly, so those 5 minutes of resting time are essential
  • Broiling at the end creates that gorgeous golden crust, but stay right there—things go from perfect to burnt in under a minute
03 -
  • For extra heat without adding carbs, mix in a teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce along with the buffalo sauce
  • Swap ranch for blue cheese dressing if you want to dial up the funky, tangy flavor profile
  • A small amount of crumbled cooked bacon on top takes this over the top and adds a smoky dimension