Gameday Buffalo Chicken Dip

Gameday Buffalo Chicken Dip
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Buffalo chicken dip with celery
Photo by Marusa Jonas
Yield: 11 servings
Ingredients:
  • 1 (12.5 ounce) can chicken, drained*
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, low sodium, drained
  • 1/2 cup celery, scrubbed with clean vegetable brush under running water, diced
  • 1/4 cup green onion, gently rubbed under cold running water, diced
  • 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt**
  • 1/3 cup low-fat mayo
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup low-fat Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup hot pepper sauce (optional)

Directions:

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Serve with fresh vegetables or whole wheat crackers.
  4. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Notes:

*Canned tuna or cooked, shredded chicken can be substituted for canned chicken. 
**Nonfat or low-fat sour cream can be substituted for Greek yogurt.

Nutrition Information:

  • Serving Size (1/4 cup):
  • Calories: 70
  • Total Fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Calcium: 4%
  • Potassium: 2%
Nutrition Software Used: ESHA Food Processor