Description
A delightful combination of spicy chicken and fresh ingredients served atop a hearty bed of rice, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
- Optional: sliced avocado, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Buffalo Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the hot sauce and melted butter until well combined. Set it aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Lower the heat to low and pour your prepared Buffalo sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir to coat evenly, allowing it to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Assemble the Bowls: In serving bowls, begin with a base layer of cooked rice. Distribute the Buffalo chicken evenly over the rice.
- Top It Off: Add shredded lettuce and halved cherry tomatoes to each bowl. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese, drizzle ranch or blue cheese dressing, and garnish with sliced green onions. If you’re feeling fancy, top with sliced avocado for additional creaminess.
- Serve: Enjoy your bowls immediately while the chicken is hot and flavorful.
Notes
Buffalo Chicken Bowls are customizable; substitute proteins or toppings according to your taste. They store well in airtight containers for up to 3 days. For a low-carb option, replace rice with cauliflower rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken, One Bowl Meal, Quick Dinner, Spicy Chicken