Since I’ve been on this weight loss journey, and by the way I’ve lost 130 pounds and am now maintaining…whoop! whoop!, I have totally changed how I think about food and my relationship with it. BUT….that doesn’t mean I still don’t appreciate, and like to have, a great party dip, especially during football season!
Seriously, it isn’t quite football season and game day without some Buffalo Wings, but for me those are off the menu. Instead, I love to make this Skinny Buffalo Chicken Ranch Dip! It’s become a family favorite and a perfect “skinner” option for your friends and family that are watching their waistline.
Serve it with large wedges of bell pepper, cucumber and, of course, celery for an even healthier way to scoop it into your mouth!
If you're trying to watch your waistline than this dip is perfect! Big on taste, but low in calories, this skinny buffalo chicken dip is sure to be a game day pleaser this fall!
Ingredients
- 56 oz raw, boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooks down to approximately 36 ounces
- 8 ounces 2% reduced fat cheddar cheese
- 1 Cup Frank's Hot Wings Sauce
- 1 Cup Light Ranch Dressing
- 8 Tbs reduced fat cream cheese
- Several bell peppers, cucumber and celery for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake chicken breasts for 30-35 minutes or until cooked.
- Remove chicken breasts from pan and chop or shred the chicken into small pieces. Place chicken in baking dish.
- In a microwavable bowl, combine Frank's Hot Wings Sauce, ranch dressing and cream cheese. Heat for approximately 2 minutes, stirring until cream cheese is completely melted.
- Once melted, pour the sauce mixture over chicken.
- Add in half of shredded cheddar cheese and mix together. Replace remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with veggies for a complete meal!
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30 Comments on "Skinny Buffalo Chicken Dip"
Looks amazing Heather! I love your tip of using large chunks of veggies instead of chips to dip with to make it even healthier! It’s been so fun to join you in this inspirational blog hop! ~ Heather
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Heather, I have only recently started following your blog. Congratulations on the weight loss. May I asked if you followed a program or was it diet and exercise? I’ve just started (again) trying to lose weight (85 lbs). Thank you for the encouragement.
Wow! This makes me hungry…thanks for posting!
Heather, you certainly are beautiful from the inside out!!! I admire you so so much (and Vanessa too). Every time I am on your blog I get that “awe, I just love these girls” feeling!
Thanks for this fabulous recipe!!! I have family and friends over for weekend football games and am always on the lookout for great, easy to make, crowd-pleasing recipes! Thanks!!! So happy to be partying with you!!! xo
This is completely drool worthy – I LOVE anything Buffalo chicken. Pinned!
First and foremost congratulations on your weight loss. Girl you look AMAZING! I can’t imagine how you even feel both inside and outside. The dip looks delish!
Oh my word! This looks SO good! And I can definitely use a few “skinny” recipes these days! 😉
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I’m sold! I’m going to make this for the game this weekend! Oh heck… I just might even make it today! YUM!
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Heavens, girl this looks so amazing! My family will love this! Pinned and sharing via FB. Happy Fall!
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I’m fairly new to you blog…. can you tell me about your weight loss?? you look fabulous!
This looks seriously amazing and I love that it is healthier the other dips. You look so wonderful Heather!!!
If I weren’t a vegetarian I’m sure I would love this. 🙂 I can always make it for hubby though!
This would be good (and pretty) stuffed in mini peppers! Great recipe!
I ove these skillet dips, they are so tasty, and quick to make. Great comfort food.
Okay…STOP! I’m from Buffalo, girl…you ROCKED THIS!!!! I am so THRILLED to see one of your recipes that have helped you reach your goals. My friends and family from Buffalo will love this version! Printing it and pinning it for later, XO
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Saving this for game Sunday’s.
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I think my oldest would love this recipe! Pinning!
This looks and sounds delicious! Gotta make it for the next Packers game! Thanks for sharing 🙂
I love having a skinny version of one of my favorite dips! Yours looks fabulous. Hugs, mb
Yum! My family would LOVE this dip! Definitely going to try it.