Description
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers are a delightful twist on a classic dish that combines vibrant colors with bold flavors. These stuffed peppers feature a mouthwatering filling made from shredded chicken mixed with zesty buffalo sauce, delivering a spicy kick in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings, they cater to various dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb/keto friendly. With easy preparation and the option to customize toppings, this recipe is not only satisfying but also a fantastic choice for meal prep. Enjoy these hearty peppers as a wholesome meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large bell peppers (any color)
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup paleo mayonnaise
- ½ cup hot sauce (buffalo sauce)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut bell peppers in half lengthwise, removing seeds and arranging them cut side up in a greased baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together shredded chicken, mayonnaise, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and green onions until combined.
- Fill each pepper half generously with the mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 20 minutes until tender.
- Garnish with ranch dressing and fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pepper half (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg