BBQ Chicken Stuffed Mini Peppers

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

BBQ Chicken Stuffed Mini Peppers are a delicious and easy appetizer or main dish that brings a burst of flavor to your table. This recipe combines tender shredded chicken mixed with tangy BBQ sauce, all stuffed into sweet mini bell peppers for a perfect bite-sized treat.

Ideal for gatherings or a quick weeknight meal, these stuffed peppers are a crowd-pleaser and can be prepared in under an hour. Perfect for those looking for unique BBQ recipes, this dish offers a delightful twist on traditional BBQ flavors.

Easy BBQ Chicken Stuffed Mini Peppers Recipe

This recipe features colorful mini peppers filled with a savory mixture of shredded chicken and BBQ sauce, baked until the flavors meld together. It takes about 30 minutes from prep to table and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

10-12 mini bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 cup BBQ sauce, plus extra for drizzling
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack works well)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Peppers: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the mini bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds. Place them cut side up on a baking sheet.

Mix the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Stir until well combined.
Stuff the Peppers: Spoon the BBQ chicken mixture into each mini pepper half, pressing down gently to pack in the filling. Top each stuffed pepper with a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.