Description
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers are a flavorful and spicy twist on classic stuffed peppers, combining shredded chicken tossed in tangy buffalo sauce with creamy cheese and baked until tender. This easy-to-make recipe serves as a delicious, protein-packed meal perfect for lunch or dinner, featuring a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and melted cheddar goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 large bell peppers (any color)
- 2 green onions, finely sliced (for garnish)
Filling
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the stuffed peppers.
- Prepare the peppers: Slice the tops off the bell peppers and carefully remove the seeds and membranes. Place the hollowed peppers upright in a baking dish to keep them stable during baking.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, and half of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Stuff the peppers: Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into each prepared pepper, pressing down gently to fill them evenly and compactly.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake the stuffed peppers for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese inside has melted.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the peppers from the oven, sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and the sliced green onions on top, and serve warm for best flavor.
Notes
- You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less buffalo sauce according to your taste preference.
- Use any color bell peppers for a colorful presentation.
- For a creamier texture, ensure the cream cheese is softened before mixing.
- Leftover stuffed peppers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- If you want extra cheese topping, sprinkle some more cheddar before baking.
