Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Buffalo Chicken Bowls, a perfect blend of tender shredded chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant toppings. With a spicy kick from buffalo sauce and customizable ingredients, this dish is ideal for both game day gatherings and quick weeknight dinners. Not only is it easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, but it also stores well for meal prep throughout the week. Whether you choose to enjoy it as a hearty meal or a fun build-your-own bowl experience, these Buffalo Chicken Bowls are sure to satisfy every palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- chopped celery
- cherry tomatoes
- avocado
- ranch or blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken with olive oil and seasonings. Coat well.
- Pour half of the buffalo sauce over the chicken and mix.
- Place chicken on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before shredding with forks and mixing in remaining buffalo sauce.
- Cook rice as per instructions; assemble bowls with rice, shredded chicken, and toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different toppings like jalapeños or corn. To reduce spice levels for kids, mix buffalo sauce with ranch dressing.