Buffalo Chicken Bowls
These loaded Buffalo Chicken Bowls feature juicy buffalo chicken bites, fresh vegetables, and ranch dressing over rice, making them a delicious high-protein lunch or dinner option. Plus, they’re easy to customize and meal-prep approved!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice uncooked
- 1 bell pepper red or orange
- ½ english cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 2 avocado sliced
- 1.5 lb. chicken breast or thighs diced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ⅓ cup buffalo sauce
Toppings:
- Chives
- Green onion
- Ranch
Instructions
- Cook rice according to the package instructions.
- Meanwhile, add the diced chicken to a large bowl. In a small bowl, mix the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and pepper together, then sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the chicken and toss to combine.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken and cook until no longer pink. Then, add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in the buffalo sauce and cook until warmed through; remove from the heat.
- Last, assemble the bowls: add rice to 4 bowls, then top with the chopped veggies and chicken. Optional: sprinkle chives/green onion/ranch overtop and enjoy!
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Notes
*Calories are per serving and are an estimation
Nutrition
Calories: 586kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 824mg | Potassium: 1354mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1170IU | Vitamin C: 55mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 2mg
