Stuffed Shishito Peppers

Stuffed Shishito peppers are a perfect blend of pepper flavors with garlic flavors. A easy, delicious bite sized snack on special occasions.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Chinese

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 7

Servings Servings

Calories 148kcal

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
Wash and clean the Shishito peppers. Make a slit lengthwise on each pepper, leaving a quarter inch at the top and bottom uncut.
In a small mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Whip the ingredients until you achieve a fluffy consistency.
Using a teaspoon, stuff each Shishito pepper with the cream cheese mixture.
Arrange the stuffed peppers on a baking tray.
Bake the peppers in the preheated oven for about 7 minutes or until the peppers start to blister.
Remove the tray from the oven and let the peppers cool a bit before serving.
Serve immediately.

Shishito peppers are mild, but in rare cases, they may have a little heat. If you're concerned about spiciness, taste-test the seeds before prepping.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
To reheat, thaw frozen peppers in the fridge overnight and reheat in the oven or air fryer at 350°F until warm.