Buffalo Chicken Bowls
Buffalo Chicken Bowls are a flavorful and hearty meal that combines tender shredded chicken coated in zesty buffalo sauce, fluffy rice, and fresh toppings. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or game day gatherings, ensuring everyone at the table will be satisfied.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the chicken with half of the buffalo sauce.
- Bake on a lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Shred the chicken and mix with remaining buffalo sauce.
- Prepare rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls by adding rice as a base, topped with shredded chicken and desired fresh toppings.
- Drizzle with dressing and garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg