Description
Enjoy the mouthwatering flavors of this Buffalo Chicken Bowl (With Rice)! This satisfying dish combines tender chicken, zesty buffalo sauce, fresh vegetables, and warm rice, making it perfect for a quick dinner or a healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2–3 cups lettuce, chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
- 1 cup celery, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, shredded or sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- ½ cup crumbled blue cheese, or shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup ranch or blue cheese salad dressing
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the hot pan and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- Reduce heat to low and add buffalo sauce and butter. Stir until the butter melts and the chicken is fully coated in the sauce. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Notes
For added flavor, let the chicken marinate in the spices for 30 minutes before cooking.
Feel free to substitute the rice with your choice of grain such as quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
Customize the bowl with your favorite toppings, such as additional vegetables or different types of cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg