Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers | Spicy Healthy Low Carb Dinner Recipe
Experience Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers! Enjoy tender bell peppers packed with creamy, spicy chicken and crisp celery. A delicious, healthy, low-carb dinner with full instructions and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large bell peppers (any color), cut in half lengthwise
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup sugar-free buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives or green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare the bell peppers by cutting them in half lengthwise and removing the seeds and membranes. Place the pepper halves, cut-side up, in a baking dish.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, and finely diced celery. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the chicken is evenly coated. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Step 3: Evenly spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into each bell pepper half, mounding it slightly if needed.
- Step 4: Bake the stuffed peppers for 25-30 minutes, or until the peppers are tender-crisp and the filling is heated through and bubbly.
- Step 5: If using, sprinkle the blue cheese crumbles over the top of the peppers during the last 5 minutes of baking, or immediately after removing from the oven.
- Step 6: Garnish with fresh chives or sliced green onions before serving warm.
Notes
- Store any leftover stuffed peppers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days; they make a fantastic quick lunch!
- To reheat, pop them back in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 15-20 minutes until warmed through, or microwave individual portions until hot.
- Enjoy these hearty peppers as a complete meal, or pair them with a simple side salad with a light vinaigrette or some roasted broccoli for extra greens and crunch.
- To achieve the best texture and flavor balance, ensure your cream cheese is properly softened for a smooth filling, and don't underestimate the refreshing crunch the finely diced celery adds – it's key!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium stuffed bell pepper
- Calories: 420
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 5g