Buffalo Chicken Bowls
Buffalo Chicken Bowls are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for game day or a cozy weeknight dinner. Packed with tender shredded chicken coated in zesty buffalo sauce and served over fluffy rice, these bowls are customizable and bursting with flavor. Topped with fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, celery, and avocado, they offer a delightful medley of textures that everyone at the table will love. Plus, preparation is a breeze—make them ahead of time for quick meals throughout the week! Whether you’re cheering for your favorite team or just craving something satisfying, these Buffalo Chicken Bowls will quickly become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken with half of the buffalo sauce.
- Bake on parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Shred the chicken and toss with remaining buffalo sauce.
- Cook rice according to package instructions or sauté cauliflower rice until tender.
- Assemble by placing rice in bowls and topping with shredded chicken.
- Add chopped celery, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and drizzle with dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg