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Buffalo Chicken Bowls

A spicy and flavorful meal featuring buffalo chicken, rice, fresh veggies, and creamy dressing, perfect for busy nights.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 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
  • Optional: sliced avocado, for topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare the buffalo sauce by combining hot sauce and melted butter in a bowl, then set aside.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high and add chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Reduce heat to low, pour buffalo sauce over chicken, and stir to coat. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  4. In serving bowls, add a base layer of cooked rice.
  5. Divide buffalo chicken among the bowls, placing it over the rice.
  6. Top with shredded lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and dressing.
  7. Garnish with green onions and, if desired, avocado slices.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Customize your bowls with extra toppings like cheese, avocado, or more hot sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: buffalo chicken, quick meal, customizable bowls, easy recipe, comfort food