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Buffalo Chicken Bowls Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Bowls Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Stovetop
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Buffalo Chicken Bowls are a delicious and satisfying meal option that’s perfect for dinner. Tender chicken pieces are coated in a spicy buffalo sauce and served over fluffy rice with a creamy herby ranch dressing. Packed with flavor and customizable with your favorite toppings, these bowls are sure to become a family favorite.


Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 1 lb chicken breasts, boneless & skinless
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup buffalo sauce

Herby Ranch:

  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1/4 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 34 Tbsp fresh chives
  • 1 Tbsp fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt, more to taste

Buffalo Chicken Bowl:

  • 1/2 cup long grain rice, uncooked
  • 4 Tbsp green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/4 cup banana peppers, chopped
  • 1/4 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup monterey jack, shredded (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Start to cook the rice: Cook the rice according to package instructions (usually around 20 minutes). Prep veggies while rice cooks.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, season with salt, pepper, and basil. Brown chicken in a skillet over medium/high heat for about 12 minutes.
  3. Make the herby ranch: Blend all ranch ingredients until smooth.
  4. Finish the chicken: Add buffalo sauce and butter to cooked chicken, allowing them to combine and heat through.
  5. Assemble the bowls: Layer rice, chicken, cheese, onions, cilantro, green onions, cucumbers, and peppers. Drizzle with herby ranch and extra buffalo sauce if desired. Garnish with cilantro.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used as an alternative.
  • Feel free to use your preferred brand of buffalo sauce.
  • Greek yogurt can be substituted for sour cream.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg