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Buffalo Chicken Bowls

Spicy Buffalo Chicken Bowls for a Flavorful Weeknight Feast

Buffalo Chicken Bowls deliver vibrant flavors and satisfying ingredients without the hassle, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 570
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breast Lean protein
  • 1/2 cup Hot Buffalo Sauce Adds spice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Helps spices adhere
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Aromatic depth
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Fiber-rich
  • 1/2 cup Corn Kernels Adds sweetness
  • 1 cup Black Beans Protein source
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes Bright and juicy
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Sharp bite
  • 1 whole Avocado Healthy fats
  • 1/4 cup Blue Cheese Tangy sharpness
  • 1/4 cup Ranch Dressing Cooling drizzle
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro Optional topping

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create a spice mixture.
  3. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  4. Place the chicken in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Rest chicken for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
  6. Cook brown rice according to package instructions, then mix with corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  7. Assemble bowls with the rice mixture as the base, topped with sliced buffalo chicken.
  8. Add avocado, blue cheese, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, and cilantro on top.
  9. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 570kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days. Freeze components separately for up to 2 months.

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