Savory Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe with Crispy Parmesan Crust Easy and Best
A creamy, spicy, and crispy keto-friendly buffalo chicken dip with a golden Parmesan crust, perfect for game days, parties, or low-carb snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (400g) cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached)
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120ml) buffalo sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
- ½ cup (120ml) ranch dressing (homemade or store-bought, no added sugar)
- 1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (50g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Shred about 3 cups (400g) of cooked chicken.
- In a medium bowl, combine 8 oz (225g) softened cream cheese with ½ cup (120ml) buffalo sauce and ½ cup (120ml) ranch dressing. Stir until smooth.
- Fold in 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently fold in the shredded chicken until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly in an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking dish and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle ½ cup (50g) finely grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges bubble and Parmesan crust is golden brown. Watch closely after 20 minutes to avoid burning.
- Let the dip rest for 5 minutes to thicken and cool slightly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley if desired and serve with keto-friendly dippers like celery sticks, cucumber slices, or pork rinds.
Notes
Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps. Watch the Parmesan crust closely to prevent burning; tent with foil if needed. Stirring halfway through baking is optional. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese, cheddar, and ranch with dairy-free alternatives. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days and reheat best in the oven to preserve crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 2
- Protein: 12
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