Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 2 cups shredded chicken breast (or rotisserie chicken, skinless)
Creamy Components:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
- ¼ cup light ranch dressing
Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup mild blue cheese crumbles
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (if using the oven method).
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and ranch dressing until smooth.
- Add shredded chicken, hot sauce, and blue cheese crumbles. Mix well.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes (or use slow cooker/air fryer methods).
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions.
Cooking Methods
- Oven: Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Slow Cooker: Cook on low for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Air Fryer: Cook at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, checking for a golden-brown top.
Serving Suggestions
- Low-carb dippers: Celery, cucumber, bell pepper, cauliflower
- Gluten-free crackers: Almond flour crackers, rice crackers, seed-based crackers
- Protein-rich dippers: Grilled chicken strips, baked tofu cubes
Storage & Reheating
- Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Freezing: Freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Microwave at 50% power, stirring every 30 seconds, or bake at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
Dietary Modifications
- Keto-friendly: Use full-fat Greek yogurt and add extra shredded chicken.
- Dairy-free: Substitute coconut cream and cashew-based cheese.
- Weight Watchers-friendly: Use reduced-fat cheese and lean protein.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 2 HOURS
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Slow Cooking, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5G
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16
- Cholesterol: 40mg