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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers Recipe

4.5 from 146 reviews

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers combine the spicy tang of buffalo sauce with tender chicken and melted cheese, all stuffed inside sweet bell peppers. This baked dish is a flavorful, hearty meal perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 4 large bell peppers (any color, tops cut off and seeds removed)

Protein

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced

Sauces & Condiments

  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce

Dairy

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella recommended)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Peppers: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Wash the bell peppers, cut off the tops, and remove the seeds and membranes carefully. Set aside.
  2. Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken with buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  3. Stuff the Peppers: Fill each bell pepper evenly with the buffalo chicken mixture.
  4. Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the stuffed peppers.
  5. Bake: Place the stuffed peppers upright in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on your preferred spice level.
  • Try different types of cheese like pepper jack for extra flavor.
  • Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated later.

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