Why Make This Recipe
Buffalo Chicken Bowls are a fantastic choice for a quick and tasty meal. They combine bold flavors from the buffalo chicken with healthy ingredients like brown rice, beans, and fresh veggies. This dish is perfect for lunch or dinner and can easily feed a family. Plus, it’s customizable, so you can add or swap ingredients based on your preferences.
How to Make Buffalo Chicken Bowls
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup hot buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Divide the rice mixture into serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with sliced chicken, avocado, blue cheese, and a drizzle of buffalo sauce.
- Finish with a drizzle of ranch dressing and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Buffalo Chicken Bowls!
How to Serve Buffalo Chicken Bowls
Serve Buffalo Chicken Bowls warm, straight from the kitchen. These bowls are great on their own but can also be paired with extra ranch dressing or more buffalo sauce on the side for those who like an extra kick.
How to Store Buffalo Chicken Bowls
If you have leftovers, you can store Buffalo Chicken Bowls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm in the microwave until heated through while being careful not to overcook the chicken.
Tips to Make Buffalo Chicken Bowls
- Make sure the chicken is cooked thoroughly, with the internal temperature reaching 165°F (75°C).
- Customize your bowls with other toppings like Greek yogurt instead of ranch, or add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buffalo sauce for a couple of hours before cooking.
Variations
Feel free to experiment with other proteins! You can use shredded rotisserie chicken or even tofu for a vegetarian option. You could also switch out the brown rice for quinoa for a different base.
FAQs
Can I make Buffalo Chicken Bowls in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the ingredients in advance and store them separately in the refrigerator. Assemble the bowls when you’re ready to eat.
Is this recipe spicy?
The level of spiciness depends on the buffalo sauce you choose. You can use mild, medium, or hot sauce based on your preference.
Can I freeze Buffalo Chicken Bowls?
Yes, you can freeze the cooked chicken and rice mixture. Just ensure everything cools down before placing it in a freezer-safe container. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Buffalo Chicken Bowls
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure fully cooked through.
- 1/2 cup hot buffalo sauce Adjust based on heat preference.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Used for seasoning.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowls
- 2 cups cooked brown rice Can substitute with quinoa.
- 1 cup corn kernels Fresh or canned.
- 1 cup black beans Rinsed and drained.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1 piece avocado Sliced.
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing For drizzling.
- Fresh cilantro For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mixture all over the chicken breasts.
Cooking
- Place the chicken in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
Assembly
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown rice, corn, black beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Divide the rice mixture into serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with sliced chicken, avocado, blue cheese, and a drizzle of buffalo sauce.
- Finish with a drizzle of ranch dressing and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Serving
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Buffalo Chicken Bowls!
