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Yesica Andrews

Buffalo Chicken Bowls Recipe Easy Quick and Delicious

These Buffalo Chicken Bowls feature juicy chicken coated in a tangy buffalo sauce served atop a bed of rice with fresh vegetables for a flavorful and quick dinner option. Perfect for beginners looking for an easy and satisfying meal packed with classic spicy goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 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

Method
 

  1. Start by whisking together the hot sauce and melted butter in a small bowl and set it aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat then add the chicken chunks, seasoning them with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and fully cooked about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat and pour the buffalo sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir well to coat every piece and let it simmer for 3 to 5 minutes so the sauce infuses the chicken.
  4. Spoon cooked rice into serving bowls to form the base layer.
  5. Top the rice evenly with the buffalo chicken mixture.
  6. Next, add shredded lettuce and distribute halved cherry tomatoes across each bowl.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the veggies and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
  8. Finish each bowl by garnishing with sliced green onions and if you like, add some avocado slices for creaminess.
  9. Serve the bowls while the chicken is warm and flavorful for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • Use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice for a low-carb alternative. Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of hot sauce. These bowls are ideal for meal prep; store the components separately and assemble before serving. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or grilled corn to tailor the dish to your taste.