Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks

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Ingredients

Gather these simple ingredients to make your Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks:

  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover chicken works well)
  • ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
  • ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese (optional)
  • 8 celery stalks, cut into 3-4 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions or chives (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Celery: Provides a crisp, refreshing contrast to the creamy buffalo chicken.
  • Shredded Chicken: Rotisserie or leftover chicken makes this recipe quick and easy.
  • Buffalo Sauce: Adds a bold, spicy flavor that pairs perfectly with the cool celery.
  • Cream Cheese & Dressing: Creates a smooth, creamy filling that balances the heat.
  • Blue Cheese (Optional): Enhances the classic buffalo chicken flavor for a tangy twist.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Buffalo Chicken Filling:

  1. Shred the Chicken: Use two forks to shred cooked chicken into small pieces.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, ranch or blue cheese dressing, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Stir Until Smooth: Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated and creamy.

Assemble the Celery Sticks:

  1. Prepare the Celery: Wash, dry, and cut celery stalks into 3-4 inch pieces.
  2. Fill the Celery: Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into the hollow part of each celery stick.
  3. Garnish: Sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese, chopped green onions, or extra buffalo sauce for added flavor.

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