Cooking up some delicious Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers!
Ingredients:
- 4 large bell peppers, any color
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375掳F.
- Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
- In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, cheddar cheese, and blue cheese crumbles.
- Stuff each pepper with the chicken mixture, packing it in tightly.
- Place the peppers in a baking dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Serving size: 1 stuffed pepper
Calories: 350
Protein: 25g
Carbs: 10g
Fat: 23g
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use a different type of cheese?
- Q: Can I use leftover rotisserie chicken?
- Q: Can I make these peppers ahead of time?
- Q: Can I make this recipe vegetarian?
- Q: How spicy is this dish?
A: Yes, feel free to use your preferred cheese for this recipe.
A: Absolutely, using leftover chicken is a great way to save time.
A: Yes, you can assemble them ahead and bake when ready.
A: Yes, substitute the chicken with a meat alternative or extra veggies.
A: It has a nice kick from the buffalo sauce, but you can adjust to your taste.
Helpful tips:
- Top with extra blue cheese crumbles for added flavor.
- Serve with a side of celery sticks and extra ranch dressing for dipping.
- Try mixing in some cooked rice or quinoa for added texture.
- For a lower-carb option, use cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice.
- Experiment with different types of hot sauce for a unique twist on the flavor.
Expert Secrets:
- Make sure to fully cook the peppers to ensure they are tender.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on your spice preference.
- Allow the peppers to rest a few minutes before serving to avoid burning your mouth.
- Consider adding diced jalapenos for an extra kick of heat.
- Don’t forget to season the chicken mixture with salt and pepper for added flavor.