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Buffalo Chicken Bowls


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  • Author: make-recipe
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A fun and healthy way to enjoy the classic flavors of buffalo wings with tender chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and fresh veggies over rice.


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. In a small bowl, combine the hot sauce and melted butter. Mix well and set aside.
  2. 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 fully cooked.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and pour the buffalo sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir to coat evenly and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Prepare serving bowls by adding a base layer of cooked rice. Divide buffalo chicken evenly among the bowls.
  5. Top each bowl with shredded lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing. Garnish with green onions and optional avocado slices.
  6. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in hot sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust heat by changing hot sauce type or quantity.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg