Description
These Buffalo Chicken Baby Bell Peppers are a fun, bite-sized appetizer or snack that combines the bold flavors of buffalo chicken with the sweetness of mini bell peppers. Filled with a creamy mixture of shredded chicken, cream cheese, hot sauce, and ranch dressing, these stuffed peppers are baked until bubbly and topped with crumbled blue cheese for an authentic buffalo kick. Perfect for game day, parties, or even as a protein-packed snack, these baby bell peppers are easy to make and packed with flavor. Their vibrant colors and zesty filling make them a crowd-pleasing favorite that’s sure to disappear quickly. Serve them alongside extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping and enjoy the perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and crunchy goodness!
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 12–16 mini sweet bell peppers (halved lengthwise, seeds removed)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing (plus extra for serving)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Fresh chives or green onions, chopped
- Extra ranch or blue cheese dressing (for dipping)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Peppers:
- Cut the mini bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Arrange the pepper halves on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up.
3. Make the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, hot sauce, ranch dressing, mozzarella cheese, blue cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.
4. Stuff the Peppers:
- Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture evenly into each pepper half, pressing down gently to fill.
5. Bake the Peppers:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through and slightly golden on top.
6. Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle additional crumbled blue cheese over the tops if desired. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions for a pop of color.
- Serve warm with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Cook Time: 20 Minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
