Description
Indulge in the bold flavors of these Easy Buffalo Chicken Bowls, where tender chicken meets a spicy buffalo sauce, beautifully complemented by fresh veggies and creamy dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this 20-minute meal is a vibrant crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for more. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can enjoy a satisfying dish that transforms any dinner into a flavorful fiesta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs), diced
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (bell peppers and green onions), chopped
- ¼ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add buffalo sauce to the skillet and stir until chicken is coated; simmer for an additional minute.
- Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
- In serving bowls, layer rice or quinoa, followed by buffalo chicken and fresh veggies.
- Drizzle with dressing, sprinkle shredded cheese on top, and garnish with herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg