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
- 3–4 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
- Cook the rice: Follow package instructions to cook the rice (about 20 minutes).
- Prepare chicken: Cut chicken into cubes, season, and cook in a skillet.
- Make herby ranch: Blend all dressing ingredients.
- Finish chicken: Add buffalo sauce and butter to cooked chicken.
- 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