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Buffalo Chicken Bowls

Buffalo Chicken Bowls: Spicy & Satisfying Easy Dinner Delight

Buffalo Chicken Bowls combine spicy chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh veggies for a nutritious and satisfying dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or thighs for juicier texture
  • 1/2 cup Hot Sauce your favorite brand
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter melted, can substitute with dairy-free butter
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing chicken
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Bowl Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice white or brown
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce for crunch
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • to taste Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions chopped, for garnish
  • 1 medium Avocado optional, sliced

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together your chosen hot sauce and melted unsalted butter until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Pour the Buffalo sauce into the skillet, stirring to coat the chicken evenly. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Prepare rice according to package instructions, fluffing with a fork once cooked.
  5. In serving bowls, add a scoop of warm rice as the base. Top with Buffalo chicken mixture.
  6. Layer toppings starting with shredded lettuce, followed by cherry tomatoes.
  7. Top each bowl with shredded cheddar cheese and drizzle with dressing.
  8. Garnish with green onions and optional avocado slices. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store chicken and rice separately in airtight containers for up to 4 days. To freeze, use freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.

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