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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers

A flavorful and healthy dish featuring spicy, creamy chicken filling nestled in perfectly roasted bell peppers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large large bell peppers (any color you prefer)
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for faster prep.
  • ½ cup Buffalo sauce Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • ½ cup chopped green onions For topping.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, and half of the shredded cheese. Mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Carefully fill each bell pepper with the chicken mixture, packing it down gently.
  5. Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
Cooking
  1. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  3. Once baked, remove from the oven, sprinkle chopped green onions on top, and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Choose bell peppers based on your family's preference for sweetness. Don’t overstuff the peppers to avoid bursting while baking.