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Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers

Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers: A Spicy, Low-Carb Delight


  • Author: Harper Callahan
  • Total Time: 45 mins

Description

A delicious, low-carb twist on classic buffalo chicken flavors! These stuffed peppers are packed with protein, spice, and creamy goodness. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 medium multicolored bell peppers, halved lengthwise and seeded
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
  • ½ cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup shredded low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped scallions, divided
  • 3 tablespoons blue cheese or ranch yogurt dressing

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Prepare peppers: Rub or brush peppers with olive oil. Place cut-side down on the baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes to soften slightly.
  3. Make filling: In a bowl, mix chicken, yogurt, mozzarella, hot sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, and 2 tablespoons scallions until well combined.
  4. Stuff peppers: Remove peppers from oven, flip them, and drain excess liquid. Fill each pepper with a heaping ⅓ cup of the chicken mixture.
  5. Bake again: Return to oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until peppers are tender and filling is heated through.
  6. Serve: Drizzle with dressing and top with remaining scallions.

Enjoy your flavorful, protein-packed stuffed peppers!

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for a time-saving shortcut.
  • Adjust the hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
  • For extra crispiness, broil the peppers for 1-2 minutes at the end.
  • Swap mozzarella for cheddar or pepper jack for a different flavor.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 304 per serving
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Protein: 36g