Buffalo Chicken Bowls (Print Version)

Vibrant bowls packed with spicy buffalo chicken, fresh veggies, and your choice of rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal.

# Ingredients:

→ For the Buffalo Chicken

01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
04 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
06 - Salt and pepper to taste
07 - ½ cup Buffalo sauce
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (optional)

→ For the Bowl Base

09 - 2 cups cooked brown rice, white rice, or quinoa
10 - 1 cup corn kernels (frozen or fresh)
11 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
12 - 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
13 - 1 avocado, sliced
14 - ¼ cup sliced red onions (optional)
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

→ Optional Toppings

16 - ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
17 - ¼ cup ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional)
18 - A drizzle of extra buffalo sauce
19 - A squeeze of lime juice

# Steps:

01 - Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Rub the seasonings into the chicken on both sides.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a little olive oil and cook the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
03 - While the chicken is resting, melt the butter (if using) in the skillet over low heat. Once melted, add the buffalo sauce and stir to combine. Slice the chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces and toss them in the buffalo sauce mixture until evenly coated.
04 - Cook the rice or quinoa according to package instructions. This will be the base of your bowl.
05 - Slice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the cilantro. Slice red onions if desired.
06 - In each bowl, add a layer of rice or quinoa. Add shredded lettuce or mixed greens. Arrange the corn, tomatoes, and avocado slices on top. Add the buffalo chicken and drizzle any extra sauce over the chicken.
07 - Add ranch or blue cheese dressing, crumbled feta, a squeeze of lime juice, and fresh cilantro, if desired.

# Notes:

01 - For a lighter version, skip the butter in the buffalo sauce.
02 - To make vegetarian, replace chicken with tofu or chickpeas.

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