I Love This High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip

Do you ever get bored with eating healthy? So many sauces and dips contain ingredients that aren’t good for us. It’s easy to feel like we can’t eat healthy and still enjoy extra flavors on our food. However, this is not true. There are so many healthy dips and sauces we can make. Sometimes eating healthy just takes a little extra time or planning. This High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip is a perfect example of this. You can have all the flavors of buffalo chicken dip while adding healthy protein into your meal.

I love having High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip as an appetizer, to dip my favorite chips into (usually either blue chips or veggie crisps). However, my favorite way to eat this is heated up on a wrap with shredded lettuce. It’s so delicious! Whether you’re getting ready for a game day crowd, hosting a party, or just craving a buffalo chicken wrap, this recipe is so easy and tastes amazing!

What Kind of Mixer Do I Use for High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip?

You can use any kind of mixer that you have available. I love using a Kitchen-aid Mixer. You just toss in the ingredients and the Kitchen-aid does all of the work for you. A Kitchen-aid is also really handy for shredding chicken, which is one reason I wait until the end to add the chicken into the mixture. You definitely want shredded chicken instead of creamed chicken, and this helps you achieve that perfect balance.

Why Should I Add More Protein to My Diet?

You can use regular ranch in this recipe, but we like to make high protein ranch to mix in. Our bodies need protein to build muscle. If you’re trying to gain muscle tone or build muscle, eating more protein is super important. Simply put, our bodies need the necessary building blocks to build and repair muscles.

Protein can also help to anchor your meal. If you’re eating carbs or something high in sugar, protein can be the perfect balance. It can help your body feel better even after you’ve eaten those carbs. Whereas, without protein, your sugar levels can rise and drop in a much more dramatic way. Eating more protein doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll start gaining weight. Instead, it will help your body to handle other foods better as well as help you achieve toned muscles and a good body shape.

If you’re working out a lot and not getting in enough protein, your body isn’t able to build those muscles back after they’re getting torn down in the workout. Protein helps you see the results you’re looking for while feeling even better during recovery.

But I Don’t Like Cottage Cheese…

If you don’t like cottage cheese, you may be surprised that I can’t even taste it in this recipe. My husband loves cottage cheese, but I’m not a big fan. Because we’re blending the cream cheese up, it’s changing the texture completely, and the buffalo flavors masks the bitter cottage cheese taste. I believe High Protein Buffalo Dip is the perfect way to sneak in a little extra protein without even realizing it!

What Kind of Blender Do We Use for the High Protein Ranch?

As long as you are blending the cream cheese until it’s smooth, you can use any blender for this recipe. I love using my Vitamix. It does an excellent job making the cream cheese nice and smooth. After having to replace several of the blades on our Ninja blender, we love the durability and power of the Vitamix. I even love the “soup” feature for making hot soups without ever turning on my stove. The Vitamix has been a gamechanger for making smoothies on a regular basis at the Boone house (without having to worry about technical difficulties with our blender).

What Kind of Chicken is Best for High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip?

As long as you have cooked chicken, this is a matter of convenience and what you have on hand. I’ve used canned chicken; a rotisserie chicken is also quick and easy. If you would rather use chicken breasts, you can boil them on the stove for about 30 minutes or until cooked thru. You can also cook chicken in the Instant Pot. Really, your personal preference is the most important factor, especially if one kind of chicken is cheaper or you’re short on time.

Does It Matter What Kind of Cheese I Use?

Similar to the chicken, this is about personal preference. Sharp Cheddar cheese is really yummy in this recipe. A calico cheese or Colby-Monterey Jack is also good. It really depends on the flavor you’re going for. We used the calico cheese available from Azure Standard. Don’t be afraid to experiment and even try a mixture of different cheeses. The hot cheesy yumminess is what makes this dip so delicious!

What Are Some Healthy Chips to Dip in This High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip?

Yes, it can be challenging to find chips and crackers that are healthy. If you can find something with quinoa, corn, or other veggies, that can be a great place to start. If there’s a long list of ingredients you don’t recognize, it’s probably not a healthy option. Some of our family favorites are Veggie Krisps and Organic Blue Chips. If you’re in the mood for a Buffalo Wrap, a low-carb wrap is a great option. You can even sprinkle on some shredded lettuce or other leafy veggies for even more health benefits.

High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip is Perfect for Parties and Game Day Celebrations!

You can double the recipe if you’re serving a crowd. High Protein Buffalo Chicken Dip is easy to throw together and stick in the oven. You can even mix it up ahead of time and heat it up right before a party. Having treats you enjoy that are good for your body is so important if your goal is to eat healthy in the long-run. Anyone can eat healthy for a day. Having things like Buffalo Chicken Dip can help you eat healthy in a way that is sustainable. I hope you enjoy this dip as much as we do and that it becomes an easy favorite at your parties and events!

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