Dairy Free Buffalo Chicken Dip

This rich and creamy dairy free buffalo chicken dip is one of the best party appetizers and makes a great healthy snack and lunch idea. You have to make this buffalo chicken dip without cream cheese immediately!

top view of dairy free buffalo chicken dish in a glass dish topped with green onions

Today I am going to be using an ingredient in this buffalo chicken dip that you probably have almost never seen on Hello Spoonful. I’m pretty sure I have even mentioned on my Youtube videos how I am not the biggest fan, but I’m changing my mind in this case. 

Drum roll please…the ingredient I am referring to is mayo! I know you may be thinking that’s crazy (and maybe even a little gross) but it’s actually really delicious. This is how we are going to keep this recipe for buffalo chicken dip without cream cheese, dairy free!

dipping a pretzel into dairy free buffalo chicken dip

So let me clear the air. I am not referring to Duke’s mayonnaise. I mean you could use that, but let’s go a little healthier. 

Looking for delicious dairy free recipes can be hard, especially when it’s traditionally loaded with cheese, like pasta. So I created this resource that you will love, 14 BEST Ever Dairy Free Mac and Cheese Recipes.

close up of a gold spoon in healthy buffalo chicken dip that's dairy free

Dairy Free Buffalo Chicken Dip Ingredients 

  • Chicken – you’ll need precooked chicken, so if you have some leftovers that’s great. You can also use rotisserie chicken if you are in a hurry.
  • Mayonnaise – Primal kitchen has one that’s really great and can be used for those who follow Whole30. This is how we are going to make this buffalo chicken dip without cream cheese!
  • Frank’s Red Hot Original – or your favorite hot sauce
  • Coconut milk
  • Herbs & Spices: garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, paprika
  • Top with green onions or chives for a garnish
a baking dish of dairy free buffalo chicken dip next to celery and pretzels

How to Make Dairy Free Buffalo Chicken Dip without Cream Cheese

Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 

Combine all of the ingredients in a medium bowl. Then transfer to the baking dish. 

Bake for 20-25 minutes and add a drizzle of mayo on top followed by green onions or chives before serving! 

a scoop of healthy chicken dip on a pretzel

Ways to Serve Dairy Free Chicken Dip 

Here are some of our favorite ways to eat this creamy dip. 

  • On pretzels 
  • With veggies like carrots and celery
  • Pita triangles 
  • With chips and crackers 
  • Use as spread for wraps and sandwiches
  • Add a few spoonfuls to a sweet potato

Can You Make This Dairy Free Dip in the Crockpot?

Sure can! Combine all of the ingredients and place them in the slow cooker. For a mess free experience, put a crockpot liner in before you add the dip. 

Cook on low for a couple of hours until the ingredients are combined. 

If you plan on keeping the dip in the crockpot and leaving it on warm, just be sure to come back and stir it periodically. 

dairy free buffalo chicken dip in a glass dish with chopped green onions on top next to a bowl of celery sticks

Is this Dip Gluten Free?

It is! If you use the ingredients I have recommended, you have a natural gluten free and dairy free chicken dip! 

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Dairy Free Buffalo Chicken Dip

This rich and creamy dairy free buffalo chicken dip is one of the best party appetizers and makes a great healthy snack and lunch idea.
5 from 2 votes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
  • 8 oz mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s Red Hot Original
  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dill
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Toppings: green onion chopped

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Add all of your ingredients to a bowl and combine. Pour in an 8×8 baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • Garnish with a drizzle of mayo, chopped green onion, and paprika.
  • Serve with celery or your favorite chips!
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