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Buffalo Chicken Cucumber Boats - Fresh, Spicy, and Easy

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers (or 4 small Persian cucumbers)
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
  • 1/3–1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce (mild, medium, or hot)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayo for richer flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing)
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion (optional but adds bite)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (or shredded sharp cheddar)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (or a splash of apple cider vinegar)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: extra drizzle of ranch or Buffalo sauce, sliced green onions, more crumbled blue cheese

Method
 

  1. Prep the cucumbers: Wash and dry. Trim the ends, then slice lengthwise. Use a spoon to gently scoop out the seeds, creating a shallow “boat.” Pat the insides dry with a paper towel to reduce wateriness.
  2. Season the boats: Lightly sprinkle the cucumber cavities with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside while you make the filling.
  3. Mix the sauce base: In a bowl, stir together Greek yogurt, ranch dressing, lemon juice, and about half of the Buffalo sauce. Taste and adjust heat and tang.
  4. Add the chicken and crunch: Fold in shredded chicken, celery, and red onion. Mix until coated but not runny. If it looks dry, add a spoonful more Buffalo or a touch more yogurt.
  5. Finish with cheese and herbs: Stir in blue cheese and chives. Season with salt and pepper. The filling should be creamy, slightly thick, and spoonable.
  6. Assemble: Spoon the mixture into the cucumber boats, mounding it slightly. Don’t overfill or it can spill when you pick them up.
  7. Garnish: Drizzle with extra Buffalo or ranch, and sprinkle on more blue cheese or green onions if you like.
  8. Serve: Enjoy immediately while the cucumbers are crisp and cold.