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Jennifer Johnson

Buffalo Chicken Bowls: Easy Recipe for a Flavorful Meal

Buffalo Chicken Bowls are a flavorful and easy meal option featuring shredded chicken coated in buffalo sauce, served over brown rice with black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and topped with cheese and green onions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn frozen or canned
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup green onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing optional

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the shredded chicken and buffalo sauce over medium heat. Stir until the chicken is heated through and well-coated in the sauce, about 5 minutes.
  2. While the chicken is heating, prepare the brown rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
  3. In serving bowls, layer the cooked brown rice as the base.
  4. Top the rice with the buffalo chicken mixture, followed by black beans, corn, cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions on top.
  6. Drizzle ranch dressing over the bowls if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
  • Substitute quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option.

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