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Buffalo Chicken Bowls

These Buffalo Chicken Bowls are a delightful blend of spicy chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy toppings, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Buffalo Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking the chicken
  • to taste salt and pepper

For Assembling the Bowls

  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
  • to taste sliced avocado (optional) for topping

Method

Preparation of Buffalo Sauce

  • In a small bowl, combine the hot sauce and melted butter. Mix well and set aside.

Cooking the Chicken

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken pieces, seasoning them with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
  • Reduce the heat to low and pour the buffalo sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir to coat the chicken evenly. Allow it to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, absorbing the sauce's flavors.

Assembling the Bowls

  • Prepare the serving bowls by adding a base layer of cooked rice.
  • Divide the buffalo chicken evenly among the bowls, placing it over the rice.
  • Top each bowl with shredded lettuce and halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
  • Garnish with thinly sliced green onions and, if desired, add slices of avocado for extra creaminess.
  • Serve immediately while the chicken is hot, and enjoy the flavorful combination.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Buffalo Chicken Bowls are best served warm, right after you prepare them. Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Keep lettuce and tomatoes separate until you're ready to eat to avoid sogginess. Reheat chicken and rice in the microwave, then add fresh toppings. Adjust the spice level to your preference and feel free to add more veggies for extra nutrition.
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