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Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks Recipe

4.5 from 129 reviews

This Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks recipe is a flavorful and creamy appetizer that combines shredded chicken with spicy buffalo wing sauce, ranch dressing, and cream cheese, served fresh in crisp celery sticks. Perfect for game day snacks or party finger food, it offers a delightful balance of heat, tanginess, and crunch.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • ½ cup ranch dressing
  • ¼ cup hot buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot sauce)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 stalks celery, finely diced
  • ¼ cup onion, finely diced
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

To Serve

  • 34 large celery stalks, washed and cut into 45 inch pieces

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Buffalo Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ranch dressing, hot buffalo wing sauce, softened cream cheese, finely diced celery, finely diced onion, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Prepare the Celery Sticks: Wash and dry the celery stalks thoroughly. Cut the celery into 4 to 5 inch pieces to create the perfect size for holding the filling.
  3. Assemble: Spoon the buffalo chicken mixture into the hollowed side of each celery stalk, filling generously. Serve immediately as a fresh and spicy appetizer.

Notes

  • For best results, use cooked chicken shredded by hand or with forks for a better texture.
  • You can adjust the amount of buffalo wing sauce based on your preferred spice level.
  • Feel free to add chopped green onions or shredded cheese to the filling for extra flavor.
  • This recipe is best served immediately to maintain the crispness of the celery sticks.
  • Store any leftover filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Buffalo chicken, celery sticks, appetizer, party food, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, ranch, easy recipe