Whipped Feta Buffalo Chicken Dip Recipe with Easy Everything Bagel Crust
A tangy, spicy buffalo chicken dip with a lighter whipped feta base and a crispy everything bagel seasoning crust, perfect for parties or cozy snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (about 280g) – rotisserie chicken recommended
- 1 cup whipped feta cheese (240g) – can be store-bought or homemade by blending crumbled feta with cream cheese or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (120ml) – e.g., Frank’s RedHot
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened (115g)
- ½ cup sour cream (120ml)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (113g)
- 3 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (100g) – gluten-free panko can be used
- 4 tablespoons melted butter (56g)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives or green onions (optional)
- Optional dippers: celery sticks, carrot sticks, pita chips, sliced baguette
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Whip the feta cheese: In a bowl, combine 1 cup crumbled feta and softened cream cheese. Using a hand mixer, whip until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes). Add 1-2 tablespoons sour cream if needed to loosen texture.
- Mix the buffalo chicken filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, whipped feta mixture, remaining sour cream (about ½ cup), and buffalo sauce (½ cup). Stir until evenly incorporated.
- Fold in shredded mozzarella cheese gently.
- Transfer the dip to a 9-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
- Prepare the everything bagel crust: Mix panko breadcrumbs, everything bagel seasoning, and melted butter until crumbs are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the crust mixture evenly over the dip.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until crust is golden brown and dip is bubbling.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped chives or green onions.
- Serve warm with celery sticks, carrot sticks, pita chips, or toasted baguette slices.
Notes
If dip is too thick before baking, stir in an extra tablespoon of sour cream; if too thin, add more shredded cheese. Let dip rest 5 minutes after baking to set. For extra melty cheese, broil 1-2 minutes watching closely. Use gluten-free panko or almond flour for gluten-free crust. Dairy-free versions can substitute coconut yogurt and dairy-free cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ¼ cup dip per
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 580
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 14
Keywords: buffalo chicken dip, whipped feta, everything bagel crust, party dip, easy appetizer, spicy dip, creamy dip