Buffalo Chicken Celery Stick Bites Recipe
Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer combining tender cooked chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce with creamy cream cheese and tangy ranch dressing, all stuffed into crisp celery sticks. This no-cook dish is perfect for game days, parties, or a quick snack that balances heat with coolness and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 celery sticks 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 large celery stalks, cleaned and cut into 3-inch pieces
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or finely chopped
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken with buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, and ranch dressing. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is creamy yet slightly chunky.
- Fill Celery Sticks: Using a spoon or small spatula, fill the hollowed groove of each celery stick piece with the buffalo chicken mixture, pressing gently to pack the filling securely.
- Serve: Arrange the stuffed celery sticks on a serving platter. Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly to chill before serving for a refreshing appetizer.
Notes
- For an extra spicy kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the buffalo sauce mixture.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and ranch dressing to reduce calories.
- These can be prepared a few hours ahead and kept covered in the fridge.
- Feel free to add chopped green onions or shredded cheese to the chicken mixture for added flavor.
Keywords: buffalo chicken, celery sticks, appetizer, no-cook, buffalo sauce, cream cheese
