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This Greek Yogurt Buffalo Chicken Dip is a delicious, lighter version of the flavor-packed classic you love. With only 10 ingredients, it’s an easy appetizer to prepare in advance to bring to any party or tailgate.

Baked Greek yogurt buffalo chicken dip on a board with dippers.

In my world, everything is better with the buffalo sauce. And when it’s entertaining or tailgate season, that especially rings true. This easy Greek Yogurt Buffalo Chicken Dip is always in high demand with our crew, and it’s one of my go-to’s, whether I’m serving it at home or making it ahead of time to bring to a party.

With tender shredded chicken, cool and tangy Greek yogurt, and zesty buffalo sauce for that kick, Greek Yogurt Buffalo Chicken Dip is the perfect party appetizer that comes together in under 20 minutes. Believe us when we say, there will be no leftovers!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Lightened-Up Classic: Cool and tangy Greek Yogurt lightens up the traditional version, without sacrificing any flavor.
Easy To Prep in Advance: Make this dip ahead of time and serve at your next party or bring to a tailgate.
Quick and Easy: With just a few ingredients and minimal tools needed, you can mix up this appetizer in no time.
Store-bought Shortcut: A rotisserie chicken from the grocery store is your friend here. Or use up leftover chicken you have in the fridge, too. Both will save you time and stretch your ingredients.
Crowdpleaser Recipe: This dip is delicious and unbelievably satisfying. It’s a winner each and every time, and no one will know it’s lighter than the traditional recipe.

Ingredients

Chicken: Cook and shred boneless skinless breasts. Or use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken for an easy shortcut.
Cream Cheese: For a rich, creamy, texture.
Ranch Seasoning: Use your favorite seasoning mix, or make your own.
Greek Yogurt: Cool and tangy, to lighten things up. Full fat works best.
Cheddar Cheese: Use sharp or extra-sharp for flavor.
Mozzarella Cheese: Part-skim, low-moisture works well and melts beautifully.
Buffalo Wing Sauce: Use your favorite brand (we’re partial to Frank’s) for that signature, spicy kick. Use a little extra if you want to bring the heat.
Worcestershire Sauce: Adds a little umami that goes a long way. Don’t skip this!
Scallions: A cool and colorful garnish.

How To Make Greek Yogurt Buffalo Chicken Dip

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a small baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
2. Mix the creamy base: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning mix, and Worcestershire. Stir or beat with a hand mixer until smooth.

Greek yogurt base being mixed in a white bowl with a wooden spoon.

3. Add chicken, sauce, and cheese: Fold in the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cheddar, and mozzarella until fully combined.

Shredded cheddar cheese on top of the creamy Greek yogurt mixture in a white bowl.

Greek yogurt and cheddar mixture for buffalo chicken dip.

4. Assemble: Spread the mixture into the prepared dish. Top with extra cheese if desired.

Greek yogurt buffalo chicken dip in a white baking dish.

Buffalo chicken dip with shredded cheddar cheese on top in a white baking dish.

5. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbly, and lightly golden around the edges.
6. Serve: Garnish with scallions and an extra drizzle of buffalo sauce. Enjoy warm with tortilla chips, pretzels, celery sticks, or crackers!

Expert Tips

Shred Your Own Cheese. Pre-shredded cheese doesn’t always melt as well, so it’s worth it.
Get Creative with Dippers. Almost anything goes here, truly. Crunchy and salty tortilla chips, pretzels, or crackers pair nicely. And crisp, fresh veggies like carrots, celery and cucumbers are delicious, too. If you’re up for it, make homemade pita chips or serve with grilled bread.
Great to use rotisserie or leftover cooked chicken breast. We’ve made it both ways to cut down on the prep time.
Repurpose the Leftovers. Add any leftover dip to a grilled cheese sandwich, top store-bought pizza dough with it, or stir it into your favorite mac and cheese to really take every day dishes to new flavor heights.
If you want an extra golden brown top, you can broil the buffalo chicken dip for a couple of minutes before serving.

Storage and Make Ahead Instructions

Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just be sure to let it fully cool first. Reheat, covered, at 350°F until melty and bubbly.

Make this dip ahead of time and up to a day before serving, unbaked. Store in the refrigerator and when you’re ready to serve, bake per the instructions. We don’t recommend freezing the dip since it can change the texture once thawed and reheated.

Leanna hold a chip with buffalo chicken dip and the baking dish in front of her in a sunny kitchen.

FAQs

Can you use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese in buffalo chicken dip?

Definitely. Be sure to use full-fat, plain Greek yogurt for the creamiest, smoothest texture. You could even add in blended cottage cheese to make it even creamier. Avoid using regular yogurt, it will give the dip a watery, diluted consistency.

Can I mix buffalo sauce with Greek yogurt?

Yes, you can mix buffalo sauce with full-fat Greek yogurt as a tasty, zesty base for buffalo chicken dip. Or you can simply use it as a kicked-up topping and cool garnish; dollop it onto baked potatoes, tacos or quesadillas for extra flavor.

Can you use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for dips?

Sure. Using Greek Yogurt in place of sour cream will give a dip a thicker, tangier taste and consistency. The higher fat content in the Greek yogurt, the creamier the dip will be. We actually suggest using a combination of both though, to balance out flavor and texture.

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