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Crispy Buffalo Chicken Dip Stuffed Mini Peppers

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A quick and easy game day snack featuring mini sweet peppers stuffed with a creamy, spicy buffalo chicken dip filling, baked until crispy and golden.

Ingredients

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  • 20–25 mini sweet peppers
  • 2 cups (300g) cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (100g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup (120ml) buffalo sauce (medium heat, e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • ¼ cup (60ml) ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rinse and dry the mini sweet peppers thoroughly. Slice each pepper in half lengthwise, removing the seeds and membranes. Set aside on a paper towel to absorb any excess moisture for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, buffalo sauce, ranch or blue cheese dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended and creamy.
  4. Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, stuff each mini pepper half generously with the buffalo chicken dip mixture. Place the stuffed peppers in a lightly oiled baking dish or on a parchment-lined sheet pan, filling side up.
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling and the edges of the peppers start to crisp and char slightly. Watch carefully after 15 minutes to avoid burning.
  6. Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes to achieve a golden-brown top on the filling, watching closely to prevent burning.
  7. Let the peppers cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs like parsley or chives if desired.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing. Pat peppers dry to avoid sogginess. Do not overcrowd baking dish to ensure crisp edges. Can broil briefly for extra crispiness. Make ahead by stuffing and refrigerating up to 24 hours before baking, adding a few extra minutes to bake time. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and cheddar with plant-based alternatives. For vegetarian, replace chicken with shredded jackfruit or crumbled tofu.

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