Description
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers are a vibrant and flavorful dish that transforms any meal into an exciting event. Juicy bell peppers filled with spicy buffalo chicken, creamy cheese, and topped with fresh green onions create a mouthwatering experience. These stuffed peppers are perfect for game nights or cozy family dinners, offering a delightful balance of heat and comfort in every bite. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they promise to impress anyone lucky enough to share this delicious creation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium bell peppers (any color)
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice each bell pepper in half lengthwise and remove seeds.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove the skillet from heat and mix in softened cream cheese and buffalo sauce until fully combined.
- Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into each pepper half. Top generously with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Arrange stuffed peppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25-30 minutes until tender and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg