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Delicious high-protein cheesy buffalo chicken dish served with sides

High Protein Cheesy Buffalo Chicken

A comforting dish that combines shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and creamy cheese, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Comfort Food, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or mozzarella) Choose your favorite!
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the buffalo sauce, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Mix everything together until well combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheese across the top.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbling.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Serve warm with tortillas, bread, or over rice. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to four days and frozen for future convenience. Consider swapping in ingredients for seasonal variations.