Easy Buffalo Chicken Bowl (Printable Version)
A flavorful bowl featuring juicy buffalo chicken, fresh veggies, and a base of rice or greens for a quick meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Buffalo Chicken
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450 g boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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120 ml buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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15 ml olive oil
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2.5 ml garlic powder
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2.5 ml paprika
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Base Options (choose one)
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480 ml cooked brown or white rice
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480 ml cauliflower rice
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960 ml chopped romaine lettuce or spinach
→ Toppings
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1 avocado, diced
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240 ml shredded carrots
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240 ml cherry tomatoes, halved
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120 ml diced celery
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60 ml diced red onion
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60 ml crumbled blue cheese or shredded cheddar
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60 ml ranch, blue cheese, or Greek yogurt dressing
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Fresh cilantro or green onions, for garnish (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Grill, pan-sear, or bake chicken until the internal temperature reaches 74°C. Slice or shred while hot and toss with buffalo sauce.
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Cook rice or cauliflower rice according to package instructions or wash and chop greens for a salad base.
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Dice all vegetables and set aside for assembly.
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Layer the cooked base, buffalo chicken, and your preferred toppings in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over the top.
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Enjoy immediately or refrigerate components separately for meal prep.
# Notes:
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For a low-carb option, replace rice with cauliflower rice and omit cheese and dressing or use dairy-free alternatives.
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Ensure buffalo sauce and dressings are certified gluten-free if needed.
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To reheat, warm chicken and base, then add cold toppings and dressing.