Description
Enjoy these spicy and creamy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers, a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. This recipe balances heat and flavor, transforming a game-day favorite into a wholesome dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
- 2 ½ cups cooked shredded chicken
- ½ cup buffalo sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (Whole30 or paleo-compliant if needed)
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional, for cheesy flavor)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons green onion, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing for drizzling (dairy-free if preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove seeds and ribs, and place cut-side up in a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and nutritional yeast (if using). Stir until creamy and well coated. Fold in chopped green onions.
- Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into each bell pepper half, filling them evenly.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10–15 minutes until peppers are tender and filling is heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and optional dressing. Serve warm.
Notes
- For variations, you can use shredded turkey or canned chicken.
- Serve with cauliflower rice or a green salad for a heartier meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- These stuffed peppers can be frozen unbaked for up to 2 months.
- For a dairy-free option, use compliant mayonnaise and skip cheese-based dressings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pepper halves
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g