Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup buffalo sauce
– 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
– 1 cup shredded lettuce
– 1 cup diced tomatoes
– ½ cup diced celery
– ½ cup crumbled blue cheese or ranch dressing
– 1 avocado, diced (optional)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Buffalo Chicken Bowls is easy when you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken:
– Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
– In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
– Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
2. Make the Sauce:
– Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
– In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and pour in the buffalo sauce.
– Shred the chicken using two forks and place it back into the skillet. Toss to coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.
3. Prepare the Bowls:
– In serving bowls, add a base of cooked rice or quinoa.
– Top with the buffalo chicken mixture.
– Layer on the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, celery, and avocado.
4. Finish and Serve:
– Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese or drizzle ranch dressing on top.
– Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions if desired.
5. Enjoy:
– Serve immediately and enjoy the flavor-packed bowls!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g