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Buffalo Chicken Bowl

Buffalo Chicken Bowl: A Healthy Twist on Your Favorite Dish

Enjoy a flavorful Buffalo Chicken Bowl, combining spicy buffalo chicken with rice and fresh veggies for a healthy indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast Opt for lean cuts to keep it healthy.
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust according to your spice tolerance.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can be reduced for a lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Consider swapping with cooking spray for calorie control.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for bolder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Substitute with fresh diced onions for a different kick.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Adjust to personal taste.
For the Base
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice (White, Brown, or Cauliflower) Cauliflower rice increases veggie intake.
For the Fresh Veggies
  • 1 cup Fresh Vegetables (Celery, Cucumber, Carrots, Red Onion, Avocado) Customize with your favorite choices!
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Ranch or Blue Cheese Dressing Choose low-fat for a healthier touch.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions For garnish and added flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Measuring Cups
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Meal Prep Containers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet. Season chicken breast pieces with salt and pepper. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Reduce heat and add buffalo sauce and melted butter to the skillet, stirring to coat chicken. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Cook rice or cauliflower rice according to package instructions, fluffing it with a fork and seasoning.
  4. Chop fresh vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Layer cooked rice or cauliflower rice as the base in meal prep containers, add buffalo chicken, and top with fresh vegetables.
  6. Drizzle ranch or blue cheese dressing over the bowls and sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time. Balance buffalo sauce to avoid a soupy bowl and store fresh veggies separately from warm chicken.

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