Description
If you’re in search of a dinner that combines comfort with excitement, look no further than these Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers. This delightful dish merges the zesty flavors of buffalo chicken with the nutritious appeal of bell peppers, making it an instant family favorite. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a family gathering, these stuffed peppers provide a warm kick to any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large bell peppers (cut in half)
- 4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup paleo mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup hot sauce or buffalo sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)
- 1 bunch of green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange halved bell peppers cut side up in a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, mayonnaise, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, nutritional yeast (if using), and green onions until well combined.
- Generously fill each pepper with the buffalo chicken mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; then remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until tender.
- Garnish with ranch dressing and fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg