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Buffalo Chicken Bowls: A Spicy Delight in Minutes!

Buffalo Chicken Bowls
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A flavorful and spicy dish featuring tender chicken coated in buffalo sauce, served over a healthy base of rice or quinoa with fresh toppings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup Buffalo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice, white rice, or quinoa
  • 1 cup corn kernels (frozen or fresh)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • ¼ cup sliced red onions (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • ¼ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional)
  • Extra buffalo sauce for drizzling
  • A squeeze of lime juice

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add a little olive oil, and cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes per side, until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  3. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  4. Melt the butter (if using) in the same skillet over low heat.
  5. Add the buffalo sauce and stir to combine.
  6. Slice the chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces and toss in the buffalo sauce mixture until well coated.
  7. Cook rice or quinoa according to package instructions.
  8. Slice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the cilantro.
  9. Start with a layer of rice or quinoa in each bowl.
  10. Add shredded lettuce, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onions.
  11. Top with the buffalo chicken and drizzle any extra sauce from the skillet.
  12. Finish with crumbled feta, dressing, and a squeeze of lime if desired.

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust toppings based on personal preferences.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time for meal prep.
  • For more heat, add additional buffalo sauce to taste.

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