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Buffalo Chicken Bowls Recipe

Buffalo Chicken Bowls Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • 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 that combines tender, seasoned chicken with flavorful buffalo sauce, fresh veggies, and a creamy herby ranch dressing. Perfect for a quick and easy dinner!


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
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice: Follow package instructions to cook the rice (about 20 minutes).
  2. Prepare chicken: Cut chicken into cubes, season, and cook in a skillet.
  3. Make herby ranch: Blend all dressing ingredients.
  4. Finish chicken: Add buffalo sauce and butter to cooked chicken.
  5. Assemble bowls: Layer rice, chicken, veggies, cheese, and ranch dressing. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used as well.
  • Feel free to use your preferred buffalo sauce.
  • Plain Greek yogurt is a good substitute 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: 420
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg