Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers: A Delicious and Easy Recipe

Looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s also low-carb? These Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers are the perfect solution! Vibrant bell peppers are generously filled with a zesty mixture of shredded chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and gooey, melted cheese. This easy recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner and is sure to become a family favorite.

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Delicious Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers ready to be served.

Why This Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers Recipe Works


This recipe puts a fun and flavorful twist on classic stuffed peppers. The bell pepper halves serve as the perfect vessel for the spicy buffalo chicken filling. The combination of tender chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, and melted cheese creates an irresistible flavor profile.

Adding blue cheese crumbles, blue cheese dressing, and fresh green onions takes these stuffed peppers to the next level. While these toppings are optional, they add a delicious cool contrast to the spicy filling.

This recipe is also a great way to meal prep. You can easily make a large batch and freeze the leftovers for future meals. Using a rotisserie chicken significantly simplifies the process, but leftover cooked chicken works just as well. It’s a fantastic way to repurpose cooked chicken and create a new and exciting meal.

Close-up of Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
A close-up view of the cheesy, spicy Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers.

Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers


Here’s what you’ll need to make these delicious buffalo chicken stuffed peppers. The full recipe with detailed measurements is located at the end of this post.

Ingredients for Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
All the fresh ingredients you’ll need for this recipe.

Ingredient Information and Substitution Suggestions


Peppers

Choose bell peppers that have a vibrant, deep color and a shiny exterior. You can use any color of bell pepper you prefer. Green bell peppers are the least ripe, while red bell peppers are the ripest and juiciest. Yellow and orange bell peppers fall somewhere in between, with yellow bell peppers being the sweetest.

Chicken

A rotisserie chicken is a perfect shortcut for this recipe. Alternatively, you can cook your own chicken breasts and/or thighs, or use leftover cooked chicken from a previous meal. Using pre-cooked chicken significantly reduces the prep time and makes this a quick and easy dinner option.

Hot Sauce

For the easiest and most flavorful buffalo sauce, use Frank’s RedHot sauce combined with melted butter, onion powder, and garlic powder. This simple combination creates a classic buffalo sauce that perfectly complements the chicken and peppers.

How to Make Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers


These step-by-step photos and instructions are designed to help you visualize the process. You can jump to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this page for the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions.

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cut each bell pepper in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and pith (the white membrane inside). This will create two “boats” for the filling.
  3. Place the bell pepper halves cut-side down on a baking dish or baking sheet. Brush them with olive oil to prevent sticking and help them soften.
  4. Bake the peppers for 10-15 minutes to soften them slightly. This pre-baking step ensures that the peppers are tender and cooked through by the time the filling is heated.
  5. While the peppers are baking, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the hot sauce, onion powder, and garlic powder. Stir until well combined. This creates a flavorful and spicy base for the chicken filling.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with the buffalo sauce mixture. Stir until the chicken is completely coated in the sauce.
  7. Remove the par-baked bell peppers from the oven and place them cut-side up in a 13×9 inch baking dish. This makes it easier to assemble and bake the stuffed peppers.
  8. Add two layers of ingredients to each pepper half: first, a layer of the buffalo chicken mixture, followed by a layer of mozzarella cheese. Repeat with another layer of chicken mixture and then a final layer of mozzarella cheese. This layering technique ensures that each bite is filled with the perfect balance of chicken, sauce, and cheese.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown. The cheese should be bubbly and slightly browned for the best flavor and texture.
  10. Remove from the oven and serve topped with a drizzle of blue cheese dressing and blue cheese crumbles (optional). These toppings add a cool and tangy contrast to the spicy filling. Green onions also add a fresh touch.
Brushing bell peppers with olive oil
Brushing the bell pepper halves with olive oil before baking.
Making buffalo sauce in a saucepan
Combining butter, hot sauce, and spices to make the buffalo sauce.
Mixing chicken with buffalo sauce
Shredded chicken being mixed with the buffalo sauce mixture.
Stuffing peppers with chicken
Filling the bell pepper halves with the buffalo chicken mixture.
Adding cheese on top
Topping the stuffed peppers with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Baked Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
The finished Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers, fresh from the oven.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips


Can I use store-bought buffalo sauce instead?

Yes, absolutely! Store-bought buffalo sauce is a convenient option if you prefer not to make it from scratch. However, making your own buffalo sauce with the simple recipe above is quick and easy.

Do I have to precook the peppers?

Pre-baking the peppers softens them, as the filling is already cooked and only needs to be heated. If you prefer a crispier pepper, you can skip the pre-baking step and stuff them raw.

Can you make buffalo chicken stuffed peppers ahead of time?

Yes, these peppers can be made ahead of time. Par-bake the peppers, let them cool, and then stuff them with the chicken mixture and cheese. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Remove from the fridge 30 minutes before baking and bake as directed.

Can you freeze them?

Yes, you can freeze them. Follow the same steps as making them ahead of time, but place them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking. You may need to add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from frozen.

How do you reheat stuffed peppers?

For the best texture, reheat the stuffed peppers in a 350°F oven (or air fryer) until warmed through. You can also microwave them for a quicker option, but the peppers may be softer.

Serving Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
A delicious bite of Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Pepper.

Serving Suggestions


Blue cheese is the classic pairing with buffalo sauce. If you’re not a fan of blue cheese, ranch dressing is a great alternative. Drizzle your choice of dressing over the stuffed peppers as a garnish.

You can also top the peppers with additional blue cheese crumbles and sliced green onions for extra flavor and visual appeal. Enjoy!

More Buffalo Chicken Recipes


  • Buffalo Chicken Pasta
  • Buffalo Chicken Salad – Low Carb!
  • Buffalo Chicken Tenders
  • Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese

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Baking dish of Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Buffalo chicken stuffed peppers are great for meal prepping or as an easy weeknight meal. A bit of hot sauce, shredded chicken, and mozzarella cheese goes a long way as far as flavor goes!

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